This appears to only affect new sign ups. Those who already have the free tier will have at least 7 years of service: https://m.reddit.com/r/technology/comment

This appears to only affect new sign ups. Those who already have the free tier will have at least 7 years of service: https://m.reddit.com/r/technology/comments/4e7i2e/google_fiber_ends_free_5mbps_internet_offer_in/d1xy7rp https://m.reddit.com/r/technology/comments/4e7i2e/google_fib... Either this was planned to be a promotional offer from the start of people in Kansas were beginning to downgrade to the free tier after noticing those around them had no problems on it.