Guest WiFi
Insights, guides, and news from Purple about guest wifi.
How to make a great first impression with your guest WiFi (and keep your brand consistent)
Your splash page is one of the most-seen pieces of brand real estate you own. Here's why that first screen matters, and how AI can help you make a great impression every time.
World WiFi Day 2026: How Your Venue Can Help Bridge the Digital Divide
Saturday 20 June is World WiFi Day. With 2.2 billion people still offline, here is how venues and retailers can turn guest WiFi into genuine impact - and business value.
Why Consumer WiFi Gear Doesn't Belong on Your Guest Network
A CISA-flagged range extender flaw and Amazon Sidewalk auto-enabling show why consumer WiFi gear is a risk on premises. The case for managed, segmented guest WiFi.
The WiFi 7 Market in 2026: What the $8.6 Billion Growth Story Means for Retail and Hospitality
The WiFi 7 market is set to reach $8.6 billion in 2026, growing 30%+ a year. Here is what the numbers mean for retail and hospitality venue WiFi investment.
Evil Twin WiFi Attacks: How to Keep Guests Safe on Public Networks This Summer
Evil twin attacks spike every summer as travelers join open WiFi. Here is how the attack works - and why an authenticated, branded guest network is the safe alternative.
How to Set Up Guest WiFi: The Enterprise Guide 2026
Learn how to set up guest WiFi for your business the right way. Our enterprise guide covers network design, security, captive portals, and compliance for 2026.
Deploying Free WiFi on Buses: Operator's Guide
Our practical guide for transit operators deploying free WiFi on buses covers hardware, backhaul, security, costs, ROI, and modern authentication.
WiFi in Hospitals: A Guide to Secure Clinical Networks
A complete guide to WiFi in hospitals. Learn to design, secure, and manage networks for clinical staff, guests, and medical devices to meet HIPAA compliance.
Your Guide to Enterprise In-Car WiFi Solutions
Learn how enterprise in-car WiFi transforms fleet operations. Our guide covers secure deployment, passwordless access, and proving ROI for your business.
Elevate Your Business with Enterprise WiFi Platforms
Discover secure, scalable, and intelligent enterprise WiFi platforms. Learn key features, benefits, and how to choose the best platform for your business needs.
A Modern Guide to Flawless WiFi for Students in 2026
Discover how to deploy secure, seamless WiFi for students. Our 2026 guide covers passwordless access, network design, and analytics to enhance student living.
A Practical Guide to Modern Guest WiFi Platforms
Explore modern guest WiFi platforms for 2026. Learn about Passpoint, OpenRoaming, and Zero Trust security to select the right system for your business.
Hotel WiFi solutions to boost guest satisfaction and security
Discover hotel WiFi solutions that boost guest satisfaction, strengthen security, and simplify network management for measurable ROI.
The Captive Portal Login Explained A Modern Guide
Tired of confusing captive portal login screens? Our guide explains how they work, the hidden risks, and why modern, seamless WiFi access is taking over.
What Is a Captive Portal A Guide to Secure Guest WiFi
What is a captive portal? Discover how it works, its role in secure guest WiFi, and how it transforms network access into a powerful business tool.
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More Than a Blocker: Strategic Use Cases for Modern Content Filtering
Beyond just blocking: Discover how a DNS filter can optimize bandwidth, protect brand loyalty, and automate compliance. See 6 ways a WiFi content filter transforms your guest network into a strategic business utility.
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Seamless Stays: How iPSK is Redefining the Guest WiFi Experience for Hotels
Discover why iPSK is the new standard for hotel WiFi. Eliminate captive portals, support guest Chromecasts, and automate security with identity-based networking.
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Beyond eduroam: Why iPSK is the New Standard for Student Housing & Higher Education WiFi
Discover why iPSK is the new standard for student housing WiFi. Learn how to support gaming consoles, improve security, and automate onboarding with identity-based networking.
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