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Latest news, insights and industry updates from Friendly WiFi and the sectors we support.
Stay up to date with the latest from Friendly WiFi and the wider digital safety and connectivity sector. Explore our latest news, insights and updates, including Friendly WiFi developments, certification announcements, client stories and useful advice, alongside blogs discussing online safety, public WiFi and emerging digital trends. You can also discover industry-focused articles covering developments, challenges and innovation across the sectors we support. Use the filters below to browse News, Blog and Industry Blog content and quickly find the updates most relevant to you.
Why Holiday Parks Are Leading the Way in Safe Public WiFi for Families
Holiday parks have long been places where families come together to relax, explore and spend quality time away from everyday life. Across the UK and Europe, many parks welcome thousands of families each week, with guests spending extended periods of time on site across accommodation, restaurants, leisure facilities and public spaces. In recent years, public WiFi has become an important part of that visitor experience. Whether guests are checking activity bookings, sharing hol
Mar 63 min read
The Hepworth Wakefield Achieves Friendly WiFi Certification
Leading the way in providing safe and family-friendly digital connectivity Friendly WiFi is delighted to announce that The Hepworth Wakefield has achieved official Friendly WiFi Certification, demonstrating the gallery’s ongoing commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and family-friendly environment both on-site and online. Located in the heart of Yorkshire, The Hepworth Wakefield is one of the UK’s leading art galleries, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors each year
Nov 18, 20252 min read
Revolutionizing Holiday Park Connectivity with ParkLink™ by Vital WiFi
In today's digital age, reliable internet connectivity is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. For holiday and caravan parks, providing robust WiFi services has become essential to meet the evolving expectations of guests. Vital WiFi's innovative ParkLink™ solution offers a transformative approach to delivering high-speed, secure, and user-friendly internet access across expansive holiday park environments. The Digital Demand in Holiday Parks Modern holidaymakers expect seaml
Jun 6, 20253 min read
The Courtauld Institute of Art Achieves Friendly WiFi Certification
We’re delighted to announce that The Courtauld Institute of Art is now officially Friendly WiFi certified. As one of the world’s leading institutions for the study of art history, conservation, and curating, The Courtauld’s commitment to safeguarding students, staff, and visitors extends beyond its galleries and lecture theatres. With this certification, it is ensuring that its public WiFi service meets the government-initiated minimum filtering standards, protecting users—pa
May 28, 20251 min read
Enhancing Hospitality with Guest WiFi: A Safer, Smarter Solution
In today’s hospitality industry, guest WiFi is a crucial offering that no business can overlook. From hotels and restaurants to bars and cafes, WiFi access is a fundamental service that enhances customer experiences, drives loyalty, and creates new opportunities for engagement. Yet, while many venues focus on speed and accessibility, few prioritise safety—a gap that Wireless Social, in partnership with Friendly WiFi, is committed to addressing. Why Guest WiFi Matters in Hospi
Mar 4, 20253 min read
Unlock the Power of Guest Marketing with Wireless Social
In the competitive world of hospitality, understanding your guests and engaging with them effectively has never been more critical. WiFi is no longer just a service to keep customers connected—it’s a powerful tool for unlocking valuable marketing opportunities. By leveraging guest WiFi, businesses can gain actionable insights, enhance customer experiences, and drive loyalty. Wireless Social, a leader in guest WiFi solutions, enables businesses to harness these benefits while
Feb 25, 20253 min read
Revolutionising Retail Connectivity with Robustel
In the fast-paced world of retail, connectivity has become the backbone of business operations. From ensuring seamless payment processing to delivering personalised customer experiences, reliable and secure network solutions are essential for modern retailers. Robustel, a global leader in IoT solutions, is at the forefront of transforming the retail landscape, offering innovative technologies that empower businesses to thrive in an increasingly connected world. At Friendly Wi
Jan 30, 20253 min read
Tate Galleries Achieve Friendly WiFi Certification
We are thrilled that Tate, one of the world’s leading art institutions, has achieved Friendly WiFi certification across all its galleries. Tate’s commitment to providing a safe, secure, and enjoyable experience for its visitors extends beyond the physical space to its digital offerings, ensuring that all visitors are protected while using the gallery's WiFi. As part of this initiative, Tate has taken proactive steps to ensure that its WiFi services meet the highest standards
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Ensuring Safe Connectivity in Hospitality: The Importance of Certification and Content Filtering
In today's digitally-driven world, offering free WiFi in restaurants, cafes, and other hospitality venues has become a standard expectation. However, with this convenience comes the responsibility of ensuring a safe online environment for all patrons. At Friendly WiFi, we are excited to partner with Wireless Social, a leader in providing WiFi solutions for the hospitality sector, to raise awareness about the critical importance of content filtering in these venues. The Need f
Oct 2, 20243 min read
Everyone Active Achieves Nationwide Friendly WiFi Certification
Everyone Active has been awarded Friendly WiFi certification. As a leading provider of leisure services across the UK, the certification recognises all its leisure facilities as WiFi safe spaces that ensure the online safety of all its customers. Friendly WiFi is the government-initiated safe certification standard for public WiFi. The Friendly WiFi symbol tells you where the Public WiFi service meets the required standards – particularly in areas where children are present
Jul 26, 20242 min read
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