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Use Boingo Wi-Finder to Find & Connect to Over a Million Wi-Fi Hotspots

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    I’ve written how folks with certain AMEX credit cards can save money with a free Boingo Wi-Fi membership!

    Having access to high-speed internet at airports and hotels can make your travel experience more enjoyable.

    That’s why using Boingo Wi-Finder with your laptop or mobile device can come in handy!  Because you can quickly find one of the million Boingo Wi-Fi hotspots.

    With Boingo Wi-Finder, You’ll Be Able to Quickly Find and Connect to Over a Million Wi-Fi Hotspots Throughout the World!

    I’ll show you how to use Boingo Wi-Finder to connect to airport Wi-Fi!

    Boingo Airport Wi-Fi

    Link:   Boingo Wi-Fi

    To register for a free Boingo American Express Preferred Plan, you’ll need one of these cards:

    Without these cards, folks can still purchase a Boingo Wi-Fi plan or pay as you go.

    Either way, you can still use the Boingo Wi-Finder to help you find and connect to more than a million Wi-Fi hotspots.

    Here’s how to use the Boingo Wi-Finder!

    Step 1.   Download Boingo Wi-Finder

    First, you’ll need to download the Boingo Wi-Finder app to your PC, Mac, iPhone or iPad, or Android device.

    In this example, I downloaded the app on a Mac computer.

    Download the Boingo Wi-Finder on Your Android or iOS Phone, PC, or Mac Device

    Step 2.   Connect to Boingo Wi-Fi

    After the app is installed, click “Get Online Now!” to see your Wi-Fi connection options.

    Click “Get Online Now!” After You Install the App

    Step 3.  Enter Boingo Username & Password

    Next, enter your Boingo username and password.

    Enter Your Boingo Account Username & Password

    Remember, if you already have a Boingo account, you have to sign-up for a new free account using your AMEX Platinum or Starwood card.  Because you can’t link your free membership to an existing account.

    Step 4.   Find Wi-Fi Hotspots

    Now check if you’re by one of the million Boingo Wi-Fi hotspots!

    For example, Boingo is available at the Austin airport, which is shown as a yellow pin dropped on the map.

    There Are Plenty of Boingo Wi-Fi Hotspots in the Austin Area!

    Click on the Wi-Fi hotspot pin to find the name of the Boingo network.  Then, connect to the network as your normally would on your laptop or mobile device.

    Step 5.   Enjoy Internet Access

    Once you connect, you’ll see a success message in the Boingo Wi-Finder app!

    Enjoy Surfing the Web!

    And that’s it – you’re online!

    Bottom Line

    You can install the Boingo Wi-Finder app to your eligible PC, Mac, iPhone or iPad, or Android device.

    The app makes it easy for folks to find and connect to one of Boingo’s one million Wi-Fi hotspots.

    This is especially useful for folks who use an AMEX Platinum or Starwood credit card to get a free Boingo American Express Preferred Plan.  Because you can use the app and membership to get free Boingo airport Wi-Fi access!

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