## Learn about Cox hotspots # Wifi Where You Need It Every internet plan comes with easy access to 4M Cox hotspots around the country. Con Cox Mobile, estarás conectado automáticamente a 4 millones de hotspots en todo el país en tu equipo móvil. We'll show you how to find nearby hotspots, get connected and surf the web with some extra security. ## Cox Hotspots Map ### Find Your Nearest Hotspot Just type in your location to get started. Address, city, state or zip code [find wifi hotspot](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cox-hotspots.html#coxHotspotMap) The map displays three types of hotspot markers: - **Wifi Clusters** - Groups of nearby hotspots shown as a single cluster icon - **Indoor Cox Hotspot** - Hotspots located inside buildings and businesses - **Outdoor Cox Hotspot** - Hotspots located in outdoor public areas ## Connecting to Cox Hotspots ### Hop Online in a Sec Just connect to a hotspot like you would connect to any other wifi network. ¿Ya estás autenticado? You should connect automatically. 1. Turn on wifi and search for networks 2. Select the CableWiFi or CoxWifi wireless network 3. Launch your internet browser (if asked, choose Cox from the list of internet providers) 4. Sign in with your Cox User ID and password ## Hotspot Network Safety Tips ### A Few Pointers on Safe Surfing Keep these tips in mind when connected to a Cox Hotspot to help protect your device from unexpected online threats. [See here](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cybersecurity-options.html) for even more ways to safeguard your devices. ### Keep Things Secure When browsing the web, look out for the lock icon and the word "Secure" in the address bar to verify it's a safe website. Also, keeping your devices and apps updated can help protect you from harmful online activity. ### Take Extra Precautions When connected to public wifi, it's best to turn off any auto-connect wifi settings, skip logging in to sites with passwords, disable printer or device sharing and avoid inputting any personal information or credit card numbers. ### Watch Out for Scams If you see another network pop up with a similar name, don't join-it's likely a hacker attempt to steal personal information from your device. ## Cox Hotspots FAQs ### Do I need a wifi hotspot device to connect to the Nationwide network? No, no necesitas ningún equipo especial de hotspot WiFi para conectarte a la red nacional de Cox. Existing customers can simply download the [Cox App](https://www.cox.com/residential/learn/cox-app.html), enter your user and password once and connect to any of Cox's nationwide hotspots. ### How do I find hotspots in my area? You can find hotspots by looking at the Cox App or by going to our [Cox Hotspots map](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cox-hotspots.html#coxHotspotMap). ### How do I connect to a hotspot? 1. Conectarse a un hotspot es fácil. Busca con tu equipo un hotspot con el nombre "Cox Wifi", una vez que se conecte tu equipo puedes abrir el navegador web y serás direccionado a la página principal para que ingreses tu ID de usuario y contraseña de Cox. Sólo tienes que hacer esto en tu equipo una vez cada 2 años. After your initial login, your device will connect automatically to "Cox Wifi." 2. If you have a Cox Mobile device, your device will recognize and automatically connect to a hotspot named "Cox Mobile." ### Does Cox have portable wifi devices? No, Cox does not require dedicated portable wifi devices to connect to the Cox nationwide network. ### Does Cox have wireless hotspot plans? Cox no ofrece ningún plan de WiFi Hotspot portátil exclusivo. Cox provides access to 4M wifi hotspots across the nation for all Cox Internet customers at no additional charge. Los clientes de Cox Mobile tienen acceso a un total de 4 millones de WiFi Hotspots en todo el país, disponibles en sus equipos móviles. You can find your nearest hotspot by going to our [Cox Hotspots map](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cox-hotspots.html#coxHotspotMap). ## Related Topics - [Connection](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/speed.html) - [Manage wifi](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/control.html) - [Panoramic Wifi](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/panoramic-wifi-gateway.html) - [Security](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cybersecurity-options.html) ## Looking for More? - **[Understanding your privacy settings](https://www.cox.com/residential/support/managing-your-privacy-settings-on-coxcom.html)** - You can decide how we use your information to personalize your experience. - **[Contour TV accessibility](https://www.cox.com/residential/support/contour-tv-accessibility-settings.html)** - Set up features like closed captioning, video descriptions and voice guidance. - **[Watch TV online](https://watchtv.cox.com/)** - Binge straight from your browser - **[Contour TV apps](https://www.cox.com/residential/tv/learn/tvapps.html)** - It all comes together on Contour [Internet service details](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/cox-hotspots.html#internetServiceDetailModal). Todos los servicios y planes están sujetos al [acuerdo de servicio del cliente residencial de Cox](https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/customer-service-agreement.html) (incluyendo cláusulas de arbitraje obligatorias), [Política de uso aceptable](https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/acceptable-use-policy.html) (incluido el derecho de Cox a dar por terminado el servicio por abuso de la red), y otras [políticas](https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/customer-service-agreement.html). Ver [información Anual de Notificación] (https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/annual-privacy-notice.html) para ver información relacionada y los derechos de privacidad como cliente de Cox. For all Cox Communications policies regarding our services and business practices visit [www.cox.com/aboutus/policies.html](https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/customer-service-agreement.html). ## A Note About PricingPrices exclude taxes, surcharges, usage-based charges, certain equipment, and other fees or charges, which are subject to change. Si tu paquete incluye Internet, el período de promoción abarca desde la primera instalación del servicio de Internet, incluso si cambias la velocidad. Después de los períodos de promoción, se aplican las tarifas normales; consulta [www.cox.com/pricing](http://www.cox.com/pricing) para conocer las tarifas actuales. Los precios, los paquetes y las políticas están sujetos a cambios. Otras restricciones pueden aplicar. "Sin contrato anual" significa que no hay un requisito de tiempo mínimo ni cargos por terminación anticipada. Se puede requerir una verificación de crédito y/o un depósito. Services will be billed monthly until you cancel with 24 hours notice via chat, phone or retail store.## About dataAll Cox Internet plans include 1.25 TB (1280 GB) per month of data usage. Se pueden agregar planes adicionales por un cargo mensual adicional. El cargo por exceso de uso es de $10 por bloque de 50 GB adicional. Los datos que no se usan no pasan al siguiente ciclo. For more details on data plans and data usage, see[cox.com/dataspeedplans](https://www.cox.com/aboutus/policies/speeds-and-data-plans.html)and[cox.com/datausage](https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/learn/data-usage.html).