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Configuration guides

How to Set Up Nokia Hotspot: Easy Guide

The main advantage of Hotspot technology is its simplicity. This guide walks you through integrating and managing a Nokia 7750-SR WLAN-GW in Powerlynx.

Product updates

Powerlynx Now Supports IPSec VPN

Connect hotspots on private networks over an encrypted tunnel. Two modes, two auth methods, MikroTik, FortiGate, strongSwan, and Nokia 7750-SR supported.

Product updates

HubSpot Integration Is Now Live on Powerlynx

We're adding a direct CRM connection with HubSpot - CRM and marketing automation platform used for contact management, email campaigns, lead nurturing, and customer segmentation.

Tips & Insights

Best Wi-Fi Hotspot Software in Africa in 2026: A Comparison Guide for ISPs, MSPs, Venues and WISPs

Choosing the right Wi-Fi hotspot software in Africa in 2026 is not the same decision it is in Europe or North America. This guide compares six platforms with serious African market presence across the criteria that actually matter on the continent.

Tips & Insights

Best Wi-Fi Hotspot Software in 2026: Features, Prices, Comparison

Looking for the best Wi-Fi hotspot management software in 2026? We compare Powerlynx, Antamedia, Spotipo, Purple, and SocialWiFi - pricing, features, payment gateways, and which platform actually scales.

Tips & Insights

African Payment Gateways for Guest Wi-Fi: M-PESA, MTN MoMo, Paystack, PayFast, Netcash, DPO Pay, 1Voucher and OTT Voucher on Powerlynx

Powerlynx is the only global cloud hotspot management platform with 8 Africa-focused payment gateways natively integrated, covering every major market from Nairobi to Cape Town to Lagos.

Tips & Insights

How to Launch a Paid Wi-Fi Voucher Business: A Practical Playbook for ISPs and MSPs

An ISP, MSP, or venue operator deploys a hotspot, sells single-use access codes through a captive portal and collects revenue every time someone gets online.

Product updates

OTT Voucher Integration is Now Live on Powerlynx

February 27, 2026

We keep expanding integrations with voucher services to give operators more monetization options for their Wi-Fi networks and customers more accessible payment methods. OTT Voucher is one of them.

Product updates

1Voucher Payments for Wi-Fi Hotspots Made Easy

November 28, 2025

Now 1Voucher is native payment option within Powerlynx. This means businesses can offer it directly at plans, simplifying the payment flow.

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