How to set up a wireless hotspot for tethering on Android to PC when connected to any VPN
Being able to hook up to your WiFi network with your computer or
tablet is pretty convenient, but what if you’re on the road, or in an
area without a wireless network in sight?
Well there’s good news setting up a wireless hotspot on your device, which you can then connect to with your laptop or tablet, is extremely convenient. The feature is available on most smartphones these days
Now that we’ve got that little disclaimer out of the way, let’s get started.
Step One: Download PdaNet+
Open the Google Play Store and type in “PdaNet+.”
The app, when you tap on it in the Play Store, should look something like this:
If you’re having trouble finding the app, I’ve included a QR code and a link to the app in the Play Store for you below:
Step Three: Install FoxFi Key and Certificate
Once it’s finished downloading, head back to the PdaNet+ app that you previously opened. Tap on the “Activate WiFi Hotspot” button, which is located under the “FoxFi” header in the app. (Three options down from the top.)
Give it a few seconds, as the feature has to load up.
You’ll then be prompted with this screen.
Simply press “Install,” and you’ll be brought to the following screen.
You can leave the options (seen above) as they are, and press “OK.”
After you press OK, your phone may notify you that you need a screen lock, so just press OK and it should bring you to your regular screen security settings. Set up a screen lock (if you don’t have one already). After setting one up, you should be brought back to the PdaNet+ app.
Step Four: Create VPN Connection
After getting back to the app (after setting up a screen lock, if prompted), you’ll be prompted with another message:
Just follow the basic instructions given by the app. Quickly (within 30 seconds) tap on the “Go to Settings” option shown above and turn on your “Mobile Hotspot” feature. If your phone shows a “Call to Subscribe” message, just cancel or decline it and try turning it on again.
Step Five: Turn on Mobile Hotspot
Once you finish that step, you’ll get the basic mobile hotspot instructions, as seen below, which you should follow.
Turn on WiFi on your computer (or tablet, or whatever connection you’ll be tethering to). Find “FoxFi” in the list of WiFi networks, select “FoxFi39.” You haven’t set up a password for your personal hotspot yet, so you won’t have to enter anything into the security key field. At that point, you’ll be connected to your new wireless hotspot!
Step Six: Name Network and Make Password
You’ll probably want to set up a password and possibly rename the name to something more recognizable than “FoxFi.” Setting up the password is incredibly , especially if you don’t have unlimited data. If someone connects to your network (even if they’re not being malicious), they can stream all the music and movies they want, using your precious data, without even knowing it. Make sure to set up a password, and monitor your data throughout the month when you use PdaNet+. Better to be safe than sorry! Here’s how to set up a password and re-name the network. (It’s easy, so do it!)
Simply open the PdaNet+ app and find the “Password (WPA2)” option (above).
You’ll be prompted to enter a password you’d like to use to secure the network. Simply type it in and press OK. That is now your password. You don’t have to make it too hard to guess, since only those around you (while your hotspot is on) will be able to see the network, so it’ll either be people on a public bus with you, at your work or in a Starbucks. If you forget your password, you’ll also be able to see whatever you have set under the “Password” section on the app.
To set a Network Name, simply click on “Network Name,” enter a new name, and press OK. It’s easy as that.
Well there’s good news setting up a wireless hotspot on your device, which you can then connect to with your laptop or tablet, is extremely convenient. The feature is available on most smartphones these days
Now that we’ve got that little disclaimer out of the way, let’s get started.
Step One: Download PdaNet+
Open the Google Play Store and type in “PdaNet+.”
The app, when you tap on it in the Play Store, should look something like this:
Download the app — it’s free. The app you’ll be paying $7.95 for comes later. Don’t worry about that for now.
Step Two: Unlock Full Version (Download FoxFi Key)
Once you download the app, open it. You’ll find a screen that looks like this.
Once it’s finished downloading, head back to the PdaNet+ app that you previously opened. Tap on the “Activate WiFi Hotspot” button, which is located under the “FoxFi” header in the app. (Three options down from the top.)
Give it a few seconds, as the feature has to load up.
You’ll then be prompted with this screen.
You can leave the options (seen above) as they are, and press “OK.”
After you press OK, your phone may notify you that you need a screen lock, so just press OK and it should bring you to your regular screen security settings. Set up a screen lock (if you don’t have one already). After setting one up, you should be brought back to the PdaNet+ app.
Step Four: Create VPN Connection
After getting back to the app (after setting up a screen lock, if prompted), you’ll be prompted with another message:
Just follow the basic instructions given by the app. Quickly (within 30 seconds) tap on the “Go to Settings” option shown above and turn on your “Mobile Hotspot” feature. If your phone shows a “Call to Subscribe” message, just cancel or decline it and try turning it on again.
Step Five: Turn on Mobile Hotspot
Once you finish that step, you’ll get the basic mobile hotspot instructions, as seen below, which you should follow.
Turn on WiFi on your computer (or tablet, or whatever connection you’ll be tethering to). Find “FoxFi” in the list of WiFi networks, select “FoxFi39.” You haven’t set up a password for your personal hotspot yet, so you won’t have to enter anything into the security key field. At that point, you’ll be connected to your new wireless hotspot!
Step Six: Name Network and Make Password
You’ll probably want to set up a password and possibly rename the name to something more recognizable than “FoxFi.” Setting up the password is incredibly , especially if you don’t have unlimited data. If someone connects to your network (even if they’re not being malicious), they can stream all the music and movies they want, using your precious data, without even knowing it. Make sure to set up a password, and monitor your data throughout the month when you use PdaNet+. Better to be safe than sorry! Here’s how to set up a password and re-name the network. (It’s easy, so do it!)
Simply open the PdaNet+ app and find the “Password (WPA2)” option (above).
You’ll be prompted to enter a password you’d like to use to secure the network. Simply type it in and press OK. That is now your password. You don’t have to make it too hard to guess, since only those around you (while your hotspot is on) will be able to see the network, so it’ll either be people on a public bus with you, at your work or in a Starbucks. If you forget your password, you’ll also be able to see whatever you have set under the “Password” section on the app.
To set a Network Name, simply click on “Network Name,” enter a new name, and press OK. It’s easy as that.
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