Find Hotspots
Open Mobile includes a hotspot finder that enables users to locate iPass Wi-Fi hotspots anywhere in the world. Users can enter a location (address, city, zip code, or airport code) in the search box or use the list of nearby hotspots. By tapping on a hotspot location on the list, users can reach a picture of the hotspot location along with the option to receive GPS directions.
The steps below describe the general process of how the hotspot finder works, while illustrating features and functions.
1. Tap or click FIND HOTSPOTS on the main screen.
The hotspot finder feature is available by tapping or clicking on the FIND HOTSPOTS button on the Open Mobile main screen. The hotspot feature is also available by swiping from right to left on the same screen.
2. Search for a hotspot.
Users can use the search fields to look for specific hotspots by:
- address
- city
- zip code
- airport code
Additionally, tapping or clicking on one of the filter buttons (located under the search fields) allows users to filter their hotspot search by distance, restaurant, hotel, or airport.
3. View hotspot details.
By selecting a specific hotspot location, the user can pull up detailed information about that location, like:
- name of the establishment
- address
- GPS directions
- phone number (if available)
- hours (if available)
- company website (if available)
In addition, users can use the Report Hotspot button (
) to notify iPass of any problem they encounter with a hotspot. Please see the Report Hotspot help page for more information.
4. View a map.
The hotspot feature offers a map view of nearby hotspots, which can be adjusted to Road, Aerial, and Bird’s eye view.
- Show Pins: Tapping or clicking on the Show Pins icon (
) will pull up or hide blue pins that illustrate where iPass hotspots are located.
Find Hotspots Offline
For information on finding hotspots while offline or traveling, please visit Travel Preferences.