Common Use Cases

1. Share your mobile data with a laptop or tablet

2. Let family or friends connect temporarily

3. Connect a smart TV or game console on the go

How to Set Up a Mobile Hotspot

On Android

1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Hotspot & tethering

2. Tap WiFi hotspot

3. Turn it on

4. Set a network name and password if needed

On iPhone

1. Go to Settings > Personal Hotspot

2. Enable Allow Others to Join

3. Set a password if not already set

Optional: USB or Bluetooth Tethering

• USB tethering: Connect your phone to a PC via USB cable

  • More stable and faster than WiFi

  • Ideal for one-on-one sharing

• Bluetooth tethering: Low power usage but slower

  • Good for small data tasks like messaging

Data and Battery Considerations

• Data usage: Mobile hotspots can consume a lot of data quickly

  • Avoid streaming HD videos unless you have an unlimited plan

• Battery drain: Hotspot mode drains your phone battery fast

  • Keep it plugged in if possible

Tips to Use Hotspot Efficiently

• Set a strong password to prevent unauthorized access

• Turn off the hotspot when not in use

• Limit the number of connected devices

• Monitor data usage through your carrier app

Summary

Using your phone as a hotspot is easy and practical.
It turns your mobile data into WiFi for other devices — useful at home, on the road, or in emergencies.