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Ford Connectivity Package for Ford Digital Experience

The Ford Digital Experience appears on the in-vehicle screens of a Ford Expedition® SUV parked at a scenic seascape.

What is the Ford Connectivity Package?

The Ford Connectivity Package* is currently available on the 2025 Expedition® SUV with Ford Digital Experience** technology. Stay connected with a powerful Wi-Fi®† Hotspot that allows you to connect up to 10 devices within a 50-foot radius. You can also stream some of your favorite audio and video content, play games, and even take meetings right on your center screen while parked. Plus, enjoy integrated Google Maps with real-time traffic monitoring and the convenience of Google Assistant or Alexa Built-in virtually everywhere you go.††

Which vehicles is it available on?

An Expedition is being driven along a road past a body of water as the sun sets behind mountains in the distance.

2025 Expedition® SUV

The Ford Connectivity Package is included for one year with the purchase of your vehicle. Activation required.

What features are included?

Wi-Fi®. Apps. Maps. Everything you need to stay completely connected on any device.

Ford Digital Experience

  • Google Maps is now conveniently integrated into your vehicle. Get live traffic, automatic rerouting, lane guidance, and voice control. Log into your Google account for seamless personalization.
  • Google Play all day. Just sign in and access some of your favorite apps.
  • Audio streaming‡: Spotify, Amazon music, Soundcloud, iHeart Radio, Libby, Tunein Radio, and more.
  • Video Streaming‡: Max, Prime Video, and Peacock.
  • Parking: Parkwhiz and Spothero.
  • Navigation: Waze and Sygic.
  • Weather and radar.
  • Ford Curated Apps: Asphalt Nitro 2, Road.Travel, Webex, and Stingray Karaoke.

Wi-Fi Hotspot

  • Connect up to 10 devices.
  • Get a powerful Wi-Fi signal that covers up to a 50-ft. radius around your vehicle.

Voice Assistance

  • Google Assistant at the ready when you say, “Hey Google.” Make calls, send texts, and use vehicle controls, navigation, your media, calendars, and smart home controls with Google Assistant.
  • Alexa lets you easily make calls, send texts, use vehicle controls, navigation, your media, flash briefings, in-vehicle games, and even smart home controls with your voice.

How do I activate the Ford Connectivity Package?

Once you take delivery, you can activate your included Ford Connectivity Package right from the FordPass® app.‡‡ Just follow these steps.

  1. Open FordPass.
  2. Follow the steps to connect your vehicle to your phone.
  3. Select Connected Services on the Vehicle screen.
  4. Find Ford Connectivity Package and choose Activate Now.

Don’t have the app yet? Download the FordPass app.

Trial and Pricing

The Ford Connectivity Package is included for one year with the purchase of your vehicle. After the first year, you’ll have the choice to start your subscription for $149.95 annually.§ You also have the choice to make a one-time purchase of $745§ — good for a minimum of seven years. Note that this one-time plan is only available at the dealer or when ordering your vehicle at Ford.com.

FAQs

When does my Ford Connectivity Package trial start?

Your trial start date is your new-vehicle warranty start date. You will still need to activate the package to use it when you take delivery.

Can I cancel my Ford Connectivity Package service or auto-renewal?

Included Period: During the included one-year period, you can opt out of auto-renew at any time.

Annual Plan: If you are paying for the annual plan, you can cancel within 14 days of payment and receive a 100% refund. After the first 14 days, you may still cancel at anytime, but your purchase will be nonrefundable.

One-Time Purchase: If the package was activated as part of a one-time, up-front purchase, cancellation is not available.

Can I still use maps if I no longer have the Ford Connectivity Package?

Without connectivity, Google Maps will not provide real-time traffic data or have the ability to download new offline maps. If you choose not to activate the Ford Connectivity Package, you can connect your mobile phone and use Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™§§ to get live map features.

What happens to my Ford Connectivity Package when I sell my Ford?

The Connectivity Package is tied to your specific Ford vehicle. Included and paid plans cannot be transferred or applied to any other Ford you own or may purchase. What happens next depends on which type of subscription you purchased.

For annual subscriptions: When you sell your Ford and perform a master reset, the package is canceled within 14 days.

For one-time, up-front purchases: The package stays with the vehicle for a minimum of seven years from new-vehicle warranty start date. The new customer must add the VIN to their FordPass® app and activate their vehicle to gain access to the Ford Connectivity Package.

Does master resetting the vehicle cancel my included or paid Ford Connectivity Package plan?

Master resetting your vehicle does not immediately cancel your plan. If you perform a master reset, you have 14 days to reactivate your vehicle, using the same FordPass® account, before your service plan is canceled. If you remove the VIN from FordPass, your service plan will be immediately canceled.

Does removing my VIN from FordPass® cancel my included or paid Ford Connectivity Package plan?

Yes, removing your VIN from FordPass automatically cancels the connectivity package included or paid plan.

What is the difference between the Ford Connectivity Package for Ford Digital Experience and SYNC® 4A?

Some package features differ between the two infotainment systems. The main difference being native Google integration in the Ford Digital Experience with Google Maps, Google Play, and Google Assistance.

What is the difference between the Ford Connectivity Package and Ford Premium Connectivity?

Both Ford Premium Connectivity and the Ford Connectivity Package support video streaming, and Alexa Built-in. The Ford Connectivity Package with Ford Digital Experience technology adds Wi-Fi® Hotspot for up to 10 devices (within 50 ft. of your vehicle) plus Google Maps, Google Play, and Google Assistant. Availability is based on your vehicle.

 

Related Topics

Ford Digital Experience profile setup
How do I use voice assistants with Ford Digital Experience?
How does Amazon Alexa Built-in work with my Ford vehicle?

*Available connectivity features and functionality vary by model and compatible devices. Package pricing, features, included plans, and term lengths vary by model. Some features may only be available while vehicle is parked. Owners can log in to the FordPass® app to see specific features available to them. Terms apply.

**Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

†Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.

††Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones. Certain Alexa functionality is dependent on smart home technology. Eligible vehicles receive three years of complimentary access to Alexa Built-in. Access to Alexa Built-in requires an Amazon account, and the Ford Digital Experience, activated through the FordPass® app. Some Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Play, and Alexa Built-in features require Ford Connectivity Package or Wi-Fi® wireless network. Connected Service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology, cellular networks, and vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features.

‡Separate subscriptions may be required for streaming services.

‡‡FordPass® app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.

§Pricing does not include taxes or fees.

§§Compatible Android™ or iPhone® device with compatible active data plan and software required. Wireless use of Android Auto™ requires a compatible Android 11.0+ phone and compatible active data plan. Check g.co/androidauto/requirements for compatibility. SYNC® 4 does not control third-party products while in use. Third parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.

Eligible vehicles receive three years of complimentary access to Alexa Built-in. Ford Premium Connectivity offered on eligible vehicles with a complimentary trial period that may vary by model. Trials begin upon new-vehicle warranty start date or completion of the software update. Access to Alexa Built-in requires an Amazon account, SYNC® 4 Technology with Enhanced Voice Recognition or Ford Digital Experience (available on select vehicles), and FordPass® Connect, activated through the FordPass® app (see FordPass Terms for details). Some Alexa Built-in features require Ford Premium Connectivity Connected Service Plan or Wi-Fi® wireless network. Connected Services and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. FordPass app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.