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Data-allowance

Can I share my data allowance with other devices or users?

Of course, you can!
You can use your Lyca Mobile data allowance as you see fit. By creating a personal hotspot, you allow other devices or users to access the internet using the data allocated in your Lyca Mobile plan. The personal hotspot feature is convenient when a family member or a friend has connectivity issues or has run out of data allocated for the specific cycle.


Note that you will have to enable personal hotspot manually for another device to use your Lyca Mobile data allowance.


Here are the steps involved in activating a personal hotspot in iOS.

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Choose Personal Hotspot (in some versions, this option is found inside the Cellular option).
  3. Turn on the Allow Others to Join option.

You will find a Wi-Fi Password field below the Allow Others to Join option. The device that will be connected to the personal hotspot will require a password for authentication. You will have to share this password with them to use your Lyca Mobile data through a hotspot.

Here is how you activate a personal hotspot in Android.

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Tap on Network & Internet/Connections (varies based on device manufacturer).
  3. Tap on Hotspot & Tethering/Mobile Hotspot & Tethering.

Tap on the Wi-Fi Hotspot/Mobile Hotspot slider to turn the option on.
Like in iOS, you will have to set up a password to ensure that only select devices can use your data allowance.

Before you start sharing your Lyca Mobile data allowance, here are some best practices to consider.

  • Using your device as a personal hotspot drains your data allowance faster, especially if more than one device is connected. Make sure your Lyca Mobile plan has sufficient data balance before using it as a hotspot.
  • Turning your device into a personal hotspot increases battery consumption. Keep an eye on the battery levels before turning the option on.
  • Give your device a unique SSID (Service Set Identifier) for hassle-free connectivity.
  • Set up a strong password to keep your connection secure from unauthorized devices.
    Remember, if you ever run out of data while using your device as a personal hotspot, you can always purchase additional data through the My Lyca Mobile app (available on iOS and Android) or through the official website.
     
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