WiFi for Libraries
Libraries are evolving, becoming vibrant community hubs that offer more than just books. They are now centers for digital learning, community engagement, and access to essential online services. A robust, secure, and user-friendly WiFi network is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Purple provides a comprehensive WiFi solution that enhances the visitor experience, provides valuable insights, and ensures a safe online environment for all.
- Enhance visitor engagement
- Gain valuable insights into visitor behavior
- Ensure a secure and CIPA-compliant online environment
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Challenges for Libraries
Libraries face unique challenges in providing public internet access. They must cater to a diverse audience with varying technical skills, ensure the safety of minors online, and manage network resources effectively. All while operating on tight budgets.
Ensuring CIPA Compliance and a Safe Online Environment
The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires libraries to filter or block internet access to pictures that are obscene, child pornography, or harmful to minors. Ensuring compliance while providing open access to information is a delicate balancing act.
Our solution offers advanced content filtering capabilities, allowing libraries to easily comply with CIPA regulations and create a safe browsing environment for all visitors.
Managing a Diverse User Base and Limited Resources
Libraries serve everyone from children to seniors, each with different needs and expectations. Managing network access, providing support, and ensuring fair usage of bandwidth can be a significant challenge for library staff.
Purple's WiFi solution simplifies network management with an intuitive dashboard, customizable access journeys, and tiered bandwidth options. This allows libraries to provide a seamless and equitable online experience for all visitors, without overburdening staff.
Solutions for Libraries
Purple offers a suite of solutions designed to help libraries meet these challenges head-on. Our platform is designed to be flexible, scalable, and easy to manage, providing a seamless experience for both visitors and staff.
Guest WiFi
Provide a secure, reliable, and user-friendly WiFi experience for your visitors. Our solution offers:
- Customizable splash pages that reflect your library's brand and promote events or services.
- Multiple login options, including social media, email, or a simple form, making it easy for visitors to get online.
- Advanced content filtering to ensure CIPA compliance and a safe browsing environment for all ages.
Staff WiFi
Offer a separate, secure WiFi network for your staff to ensure they have the reliable connectivity they need to perform their duties. Our solution provides:
- A dedicated and secure network for staff, separate from the public WiFi.
- Easy onboarding and management of staff devices.
- Prioritized bandwidth for critical library operations.
Pricing
We offer a range of pricing plans to suit the needs and budgets of libraries of all sizes. Our flexible plans are designed to provide maximum value and a clear return on investment.
Resources
Explore our resources to learn more about how Purple can help your library thrive in the digital age.
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