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Purple Launches Offline Maps Mode for Seamless, Secure Navigation to WiFi Hotspots

By Claudia Hill
14 May 2026
2 min read
Purple's App now features offline map mode
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250,000 sq ft
10k sq ft250k sq ft750k sq ft1.5M+ sq ft
75,000 Visitors
5,000100,000250,000500,000+

Estimated Infrastructure & ROI Results

Access Points & BLE Beacons
100 APs / 167 Beacons
High-density venue layout
Positioning Accuracy
1 - 3 metres (BLE + WiFi Hybrid)
Real-time blue-dot tracking
Est. Staff Hours Saved
240 hrs / mo
Reduced direction-giving overhead
Est. Monthly Lead Captures
6,000 Profiles
Via opt-in location engagement
Recommended Architecture: Purple Cloud Location Engine + BLE Beacons + Guest WiFi Engage

MANCHESTER, UK - Purple, a global leader in digital connectivity and guest WiFi, has launched Offline Maps Mode within the Purple App - giving users reliable navigation and trusted connectivity even when cellular signals fail.

Users can now download regional maps directly to their device, cutting through the frustration of data dead zones and keeping key features accessible wherever they go.

Key features include:

  • Seamless Map Downloads - Save specific regions to your device, with clear file size and expiration indicators to keep information current.
  • Background Sync - Downloads complete without the app needing to stay open.
  • Offline Search - Find landmarks and navigate with precision, even in airplane mode.
  • Proactive Alerts - Instant banner notifications if a connection drops, so you’re never caught off guard.

Security is central to the update too. Offline maps highlight verified WiFi hotspots, helping users find trusted connections and reduce reliance on unverified public networks - all while cutting personal data usage.

“Offline Maps Mode is a game-changer for anyone who’s ever been caught without signal at the worst possible moment. We’re making sure the Purple App works as hard for you offline as it does online.”

— Sam Allen, VP App Growth, Purple

The updated Purple App is available to download now on all major app stores or by clicking here.

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