Connect to AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots or public Wi-Fi

Stream and surf the web with AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots or public Wi-Fi.

Connect to AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots

Use AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots to connect your mobile device or laptop to high-speed internet. You can find them in public places like coffee shops, airports, and restaurants. They’re available nationwide. It’s easy to identify AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots. Just look for the Wi-Fi® name attwifi. Most AT&T devices will connect automatically when your Wi-Fi is turned on.

Smartphones and wearables
Your device automatically connects to our Wi-Fi® network when you’re at an AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spot location.

Tablets and laptops

  1. Turn on your Wi-Fi
  2. Select att-wifi or attwifi from the list of available networks. 
FYI: If you’re prompted to sign in, use your primary AT&T user ID and password.

What to know:
  • Your Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against your plan data.
  • Have VPN software? Connect to your VPN as you normally would after you connect to an AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spot. Be sure to follow these standard security practices.

Connect to a public or international Wi-Fi hotspot

Traveling? Turn on your Wi-Fi settings from your device, then search for an available Wi-Fi hotspot.

Offer AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspot access in your business

If you’re a business owner interested in providing AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspot access in your business space, call AT&T Wi-Fi support at 888.888.7520.
Last updated: January 20, 2023

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