Unlock the Power of Mobile Hotspot with Cricket Wireless
Are you ready to take your Cricket Wireless experience to the next level? Adding the Mobile Hotspot feature to your plan allows you to turn your phone into a secure wireless access point. This feature is perfect for keeping your devices connected, whether you’re at home, out on the road, or anywhere in between. But first, you’ve got to ensure that you have a compatible phone. Let’s dive into the details of how you can set this up with Cricket Wireless.
What Plans Are Eligible for Mobile Hotspot with Cricket Wireless?
To use the Mobile Hotspot feature, you’ll need one of these plans:
- $60/month Unlimited + 15 GB Mobile Hotspot Plan (with the option to add more Hotspot data if needed)
- $55/month Unlimited Plan (capable of hotspot add-on)
- Grandfathered plans that qualify include:
- $50 for 5 GB
- $50 for 8 GB
- $60 for 12 GB
- $60 Advanced Plan
Keep in mind that the eligibility of Cricket and BYOD phones might differ from plan to plan. If you’re using a phone from another carrier, it’s crucial to check whether it’s compatible with Cricket’s network for using Mobile Hotspot.
Compatible Phones for Cricket Mobile Hotspot
You’ll need to ensure that your smartphone is on the list of Cricket Wireless Mobile Hotspot compatible devices. Below, you’ll find a selection of eligible phones:
- Alcatel: Alcatel APPRISE™, Idol 5, INSIGHT, ONYX, and more.
- Apple: From iPhone 5S to the latest iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- Cricket Phones: Cricket Debut Smart, Dream 5G, Icon series, and others.
- Huawei: Huawei Elate™ and others.
- LG: Models like LG Escape Plus, Harmony series, Stylo series, etc.
- Motorola: Motorola E5, Moto G series, and more.
- Nokia: Models like Nokia 3.1 Plus and C2 Tava.
- Samsung: From Galaxy A01 to Galaxy S21 FE 5G.
- TCL: TCL 30 Z and Classic Z.
- ZTE: Including Blade X and Prelude+.
Don’t forget to check if your current phone is compatible. If it’s not, you might want to consider upgrading!
How to Set Up Mobile Hotspot on Cricket Wireless
Once you’ve confirmed that you’re on an eligible plan and have a compatible phone, setting up your Mobile Hotspot is simple!
- Go to your phone’s Settings.
- Select Network & internet or Connections (the exact wording may differ based on your device).
- Find and tap on Hotspot & tethering.
- Toggle on the Mobile Hotspot option.
- You may want to configure your hotspot settings, such as the network name and password, to keep your connection secure.
Troubleshooting Mobile Hotspot Issues with Cricket Wireless
If you encounter any trouble, Cricket provides various support articles to assist you, such as Mobile Hotspot How It Works and Mobile Hotspot Troubleshooting for guidance. Always remember, troubleshooting can often involve resetting your network settings or verifying your plan’s status.
Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Don’t hesitate to reach out to Cricket Wireless Support, they’re always ready to help!
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