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Find free WiFi all around town

24 September 2021
Kevin Bacon
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First things first: Using public WiFi safely

  1. These free WiFi spots can be pretty unsecure. Let's start with the basics: to keep your devices safe! Your best bet is to use networks that you can trust, such as those offered by well-known companies. 
  2. Don't use open WiFi points such as "Jo's Open WiFi." If you're using a public WiFi network, be sure to use HTTPS. Look at the address of the site and make sure that the first five characters start with HTTPS. This guarantees that the connection between you and the server is secure and encrypted. If you are just reading content on a website, it is not too much of an issue, but if you provide any information about yourself, make sure it is an HTTPS connection. 
  3. If possible, do not use any passwords or credit card numbers on the public WiFi network. Please do not log in to your bank accounts just because it’s convenient. Instead, consider using a secure web browser designed from the ground up to provide maximum browsing security without compromising ease of use.

Common places that offer free WiFi

Here are some places in New Zealand that offer free WiFi, along with some notes on usage!

  • Starbucks

Like many other coffee shops, Starbucks has pretty fast WiFi, but you are competing with people who linger there to work. The smell of coffee around is just the best! Many cafes across New Zealand advertise free WiFi with any purchase. WiFi connections tend to be good in cafes and restaurants in New Zealand!

  • KFC

KFC's free WiFi works well when there are few customers, but it becomes laggy when the store is very crowded.

  • Burger King

Burger King offers a reliable and consistent WiFi connection, even in peak hours, so consider going there if you need internet access during the lunch rush.

  • McDonald's

Internet access gained through your device's wireless connection to the McDonald's WiFi hotspot is free! The WiFi at McDonald's is usually very speedy when there aren't many people in the restaurant, and it is often still pretty fast even with crowds.

  • Community organisations

Many community organisations can provide free WiFi without paying. They are usually excellent choices for small cities and are perfect for your travels.

  •  The local library

In my experience, the local library is an accessible location with good, free WiFi that you can almost always count on. I've used public libraries as workspaces countless times. Libraries offer a lot of free stuff that is often overlooked. Read more here.

  • Visitor centres

The visitor centre of most sufficiently sized cities and small towns with tourists will usually have good WiFi. This is an excellent place to stop if you're not familiar with a city, as you can use the WiFi and get customized information.

  • Spark Free Wifi

If you're on a selected Spark mobile plan that's $19 or higher, or if you're a Spark broadband customer, you can get 1GB free WiFi per day. Follow this link for more info - https://www.spark.co.nz/help/get-more/wifi-hotspots/find-free-wifi/

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