Wi-Fi Hotspot

Release Date

The new feature has been available to all users by Aug 19th, 2023.

 

Introduction

Wi-Fi Hotspot updates allow fleets to get a simplified way to understand data usage, help ensure drivers use Wi-Fi hotspots for business purposes, and ensure that drivers remain compliant all the time.

 

Wi-Fi Hotspot Overview

Once the new feature rolls out, you will notice the following changes:

1. Accurate Hotspot Tracking

   • Only true Wi-Fi hotspots are shown, rather than combining all data sources.

2. Throttling Instead of Shutdown

   • Devices are no longer shut off when they hit their data limit; instead, speeds are throttled.

3. Blocking Streaming Sites

   • Streaming sites are blacklisted to prevent data abuse.

4. Improved Visibility

   • Users now have better visibility into hotspot status and monthly data usage.

5. Accurate Data Allotment

   • The true data limit is displayed, removing any extra allotments from other sources.

6. Lower Vehicle Threshold

   • The vehicle data threshold has been lowered to prevent misuse by individual users.

Feature	Updates	Updated Articles
True Wi-Fi Hotspot Usage	Previously, we combined all data usage into a single amount. Now we are separating Wi-Fi hotspots so you can see how much data is being used each month for only Wi-Fi hotspots	How to see the status of a vehicle’s Wi-Fi hotspot? What is Wi-Fi Hotspot Throttled Status?
Throttling Devices	Rather than shutting off the hotspot, we are keeping the hotspot on but lowering the speed. This ensures drivers can keep using the Motive Driver App, but other streaming apps will be much slower and harder to use. This will help drivers stay compliant.
Blacklisting Sites	We are now blocking major streaming sites like Hulu, Netflix, TikTok, HBO, Amazon Prime Video, Spotify, Apple Music and others to prevent abuse from drivers
Hotspot Status and Reporting	We provide a seamless way to view the status of Wi-Fi hotspot in Fleet View, the vehicle profile, and reports. We also have historical reporting to view Wi-Fi hotspot usage month over month.
Wi-Fi data limit	We have removed the added buffer in the allotment so that the focus is on Wi-Fi hotspot data only. We have lowered the default threshold for each vehicle to ensure that individual vehicles don’t take up all the data for the fleet.	How to set a Wi-Fi hotspot threshold for vehicles in your fleet   How can Fleet Admins restrict Drivers from using Wi-Fi hotspots for personal use.

 

Related Content

• How to see the status of a vehicle’s wifi hotspot?
• What is WiFi Hotspot Throttled Status?
• How to set a Wi-Fi hotspot threshold for vehicles in your fleet?
• How can Fleet Admins restrict Drivers from using WiFi hotspot for personal use?
   

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