No regular Internet service provider? Without an internet service provider, you can get Wi-Fi wherever you go.
Internet access is expensive. Home internet connections cost an average of $60 monthly in the United States.
Don’t want to spend that much money? You can still get online even if you don’t have an ISP.
How to Get Internet Without a Provider?
The following are some ways to get Wi-Fi without an ISP
1. Mobile Hotspot
It is best to use a mobile hotspot to ensure that your laptop is always connected to the internet.
Buying a hotspot device and subscribing to a mobile internet plan requires an upfront investment. Mobile hotspots are available from several companies.
Our top three picks for mobile hotspots are:
Verizon Jetpack MiFi 8800L
Although Verizon’s Jetpack MiFi 8800L is a few years old, it is still one of the best 4G hotspots on the market. It supports 11 LTE bands and uses Qualcomm’s X20 modem.
You can connect up to 15 devices to the network at a time, and it supports both 2.4 and 5GHz mobile networks.
Verizon is the only carrier that offers the device. If you sign up for two years of mobile internet, the device costs $99 per month. Contract-free, the device costs $199.
HTC 5G Hub
It is the only 5G hotspot available that is better than the HTC 5G Hub.
This smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor, featuring the Snapdragon X50 5G modem, and has 4GB of memory.
It supports Bluetooth and Ethernet connectivity, has an all-day battery life, and can connect up to 20 devices simultaneously. It runs on Android.
Unfortunately, 5G isn’t yet available everywhere. You might not find the HTC 5G Hub to be a good choice for you if you want a hotspot you can use off the beaten path.
GlocalMe DuoTurbo
While overseas, you will need a mobile hotspot and an Internet plan that works internationally if you want temporary Wi-Fi.
GlocalMe DuoTurbo is what we like best. It covers 270+ local operators in over 140 countries, and its data prices start at $9/day. It offers device rentals as well.
This is not a domestic option, of course, at those prices. However, if you’re away from home and need to stay connected to home, you can still use roaming internet on your smartphone rather than using a data plan.
2. Tether Your Smartphone or Tablet
Often, the fastest and easiest way to get online on your laptop is to tether your smartphone if you don’t need regular mobile data, but need occasional access to the internet on your laptop.
The problem with tethering is that it has two disadvantages.
Your mobile phone carrier’s signal is entirely dependent on you. When you live in a city, that’s fine, but out in the country, it’s less reliable.
You could be surprised at the amount of data used by your laptop when you receive your next phone bill.
Android users can enable tethering by going to Settings > Network and Internet > Hotspot and Tethering > Wi-Fi Hotspot and turning the switch next to Wi-Fi Hotspot on.
To turn on Personal Hotspot on an iOS device, tap Settings > Personal Hotspot.
The username and password for your hotspot should be changed on both Android and iOS.
3. Find Public Wi-Fi [ How to Get Internet Without a Provider ]
You might be able to grab a free Wi-Fi connection if you’re in a public area without a provider.
Networks are often available at libraries, coffee shops, restaurants, and transportation hubs, for example.
There are apps on iOS and Android that can help you find nearby free Wi-Fi.
Make sure you take steps to ensure your privacy and security if you decide to connect to a public Wi-Fi network. Learn more about fake public Wi-Fi by checking out our article on how to spot it.
4. Wi-Fi USB Dongle
Wi-Fi USB dongles, commonly called “internet sticks,” are a more affordable and portable version of mobile hotspots and temporary Wi-Fi. You can use a SIM card with a data connection instead of purchasing a long-term mobile internet plan.
They are ideal for people who need to connect to the internet while traveling since they are lighter and smaller than mobile hotspots.
There are some downsides, such as lower signal strength, slower Wi-Fi speeds, and a less wide range compared to hotspots.
5. Share Someone’s Internet
You might find that another member of your group has an internet connection. Maybe they have access to a nearby private network but not you.
Windows or macOS machines can share the bandwidth with you in these cases.
From a Windows computer, you can share an internet connection by going to Settings > Network and Internet > Mobile Hotspot. Slide the toggle into the On position for the connection you want to share.
Access the Sharing > Internet Sharing menu option in Apple > System Preferences > Sharing. In the Share, your connection drop-down menu, select the connection you wish to share, then select how you want the internet to be shared.
Quick Links :
- How To Use A Router?
- How To Create Wifi Hotspot For Windows 7/8/10 Using CMD
- How To Connect Two Routers Wirelessly To Extend WiFi Range?
Understand Your Situation Before Choosing an Option
The best way to connect to Wi-Fi without an internet connection depends on where you are and what you intend to do with it.
A fully-fledged mobile hotspot is a good choice for people who work a lot on the go. Tethering or an Internet stick may be useful for occasional casual users.
Wireless internet is available in rural areas.
