WiFi Hotspot Setup & Business Guide

What Equipment Do You Need?

Starting a WiFi hotspot business under PM-WANI or for your enterprise doesn’t require expensive infrastructure. The essentials are simple and cost-effective:

• Stable Internet Connection
• WiFi Access Points or Routers with RADIUS support, this can be sourced from us. We provide the latest compatible WiFi Access Points for your WiFi networks.
• We provide consolidated WiFi Management portal for all the Access Points purchased from us.
  
  Once your access points or routers are connected, you can easily onboard them into the Next2Call Cloud WiFi portal. The Access points purchased from us, are pre-configured and you can use it as a plug, play and ready to go device. No need for a dedicated server or dual-NIC PCs—management is 100% cloud-based. For Larger deployments with 100s of Access Point, you can choose our server based AAA servers.

From your dashboard, you can monitor, configure, and control your WiFi network anytime, anywhere.

For larger coverage areas—such as neighbourhoods or public spaces—you can add multiple access points and antennas. To expand city-wide, select high-visibility locations like rooftops to ensure optimal coverage. Since WiFi signals weaken through walls, a clear line-of-sight is always recommended.

Backbone links between hotspot sites allow seamless internet distribution. Each hotspot location can have:

• Customer-facing access points/antennas
• Backbone equipment for connectivity

To reduce future costs, you can choose tested and pre-configured WiFi Access points from our store for your hardware setup.

How to Earn Revenue with Hotspots

WiFi monetization is straightforward:

1. APP Download → User downloads Winet Wani App from playstore and discovers nearby WANI access points.  Click here to download the 📱 App
2. User Connects → Users discover your WiFi network, connects through the app navigation.
3. Purchase Access → They buy internet access via app through instant online payments.
4. Seamless Browsing → After login, they are redirected to their requested website.

Multiple Payment Models

• Offline: Sell printed vouchers via cafés, hotels, kiosks, or reception desks.
• Online: User can buy instant high speed internet access through payment option available on WiNeT Wani APP. Click here to download the 📱 App
• Subscriptions: User can purchase weekly/monthly access packages for regular users.

Your revenue flows directly into your bank account on a weekly basis on the number of users your Access Points has served—making it simple to run a fully automated hotspot business. With WiFi Roaming capabilities users from other locations can also access internet through your Access Point. With each MB your access point allows, revenue flows to your bank account.

With larger networks, you can even expand into WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) services, offering long-term internet connections to nearby households and businesses.

Increase Profits with WiFi in Cafés, Restaurants & Public Spaces

WiFi is no longer a luxury—it’s an expectation. Customers tend to stay longer and spend more when free or reliable WiFi is available.

• Free Access + Paid Upgrade: Offer limited free browsing time, then upsell faster speeds or longer sessions.
• Attract New Customers: Display your WiFi availability with logos and branding to stand out from competitors.
• After-Hours Revenue: Even when your café or store is closed, nearby users can still connect using prepaid vouchers or subscription plans from the APP.

This strategy not only enhances customer satisfaction but also creates a passive income stream.

Startup Costs & Expenses

Launching a hotspot network is cost-effective, but expenses vary depending on:

• Local ISP policies (some restrict resale of connections). Under the PM-WANI framework you can request connection from ISP. Please click on the link to download the guidelines from TRAI . Click here to download the 📄 Documentation.
•  Bandwidth requirements
•  Coverage area

Typical startup costs are far lower than running a traditional internet café. No need for multiple PCs, licenses, or operating system fees—just an access point and hotspot management software.

To keep costs minimal:

• Use automated online payments to reduce staff requirements.
• Sell vouchers through your staff, vending machines, or nearby kiosks.
• Offer subscription plans for regular users.

Securing Your WiFi Hotspot

Security is critical for building customer trust. With Next2Call Cloud WiFi Management:

• Every user is redirected to a secure login portal and secured APP usage for transactions.
• Only valid accounts can access the internet.
• SSL encryption ensures safe online transactions during payments.

By maintaining a secure network, you protect both your business and your customers—ensuring long-term profitability.

Bandwidth Management & Fair Usage

To deliver the best experience, you can:

• Set bandwidth limits per user
• Set Validity Period for each user
• Offer priority access for premium customers

This ensures fair distribution of resources while creating opportunities for upselling faster, premium internet plans.

Get started today with Cloud WiFi platform.

With Next2Call Cloud WiFi, you can:

• Easily onboard routers, APs, and controllers
• Customize splash pages with your brand logo and background
• Offer multiple login methods (OTP, vouchers, Winet Wani APP)
• Track analytics, user behavior, and run marketing campaigns

Our technical team is available to assist with setup—after that, you’re in complete control.

Start your journey towards building a profitable WiFi hotspot business today.