Set up hotspot and tethering

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You can use hotspot and tethering to share your Fairphone's mobile data connection with other devices via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and more. This allows other devices to access the internet using your mobile data.

ⓘ These steps require Android 13 or later. Find out How to check and update your software version.

How do I set up a Wi-Fi hotspot?

To set up a Wi-Fi hotspot:

Note: Some network operators limit or charge additional fees to share your mobile data connection. Contact your network operator for details.

  1. On your Fairphone, go to Settings → Network & internet → Hotspot & tethering.
  2. Tap Wi-Fi hotspot and then tap Use Wi-Fi hotspot to toggle on or off.

Tip: You can also change your hotspot's name and password, or tap Security → None if you don't want to require a password.

How do I set up Bluetooth tethering?

To set up Bluetooth tethering:

  1. Using Bluetooth, connect your Fairphone with the other device.
  2. On your Fairphone, go to Settings → Network & internet → Hotspot & tethering.
  3. Tap Bluetooth tethering to toggle on or off.

Tip: Not all devices can access your Fairphone's mobile data via Bluetooth tethering. Check the device's support resources or contact the manufacturer for details.

How do I set up USB tethering?

To set up USB tethering:

  1. Using a cable, connect your Fairphone with the other device.
  2. On your Fairphone, go to Settings → Network & internet → Hotspot & tethering.
  3. Tap USB tethering to toggle on or off.

Tip: Use a cable that fits your Fairphone's USB-C port and the port on the other device.

Need help?

If hotspot and tethering isn't working, you can often fix it in just a few simple steps. Find out how: Troubleshoot a Hotspot Connection.

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