You can use your phone’s mobile data to connect another phone, tablet, or computer to the Internet. Sharing a connection this way is called tethering or using a hotspot. Some phones can share Wi-Fi connection by tethering
Most smart phones can share mobile data by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or USB.
⚠️ Some mobile carriers limit or charge extra for tethering. We recommend checking with your carrier.
Follow the steps below to hotspot/tether
Requirements |
Audience |
Cause |
Mobile device with active mobile data plan |
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A phone’s mobile data /Wi-Fi connection is needed to connect another mobile or desktop device to the Internet |