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Product updates

Vodacom M-PESA Is Now Live in Powerlynx: Accept Mobile Money Payments for Wi-Fi

October 13, 2026

Vodacom M-PESA is now supported in Powerlynx across five markets — Tanzania, Mozambique, DR Congo, Lesotho and Ghana. Customers pay for Wi-Fi straight from their mobile wallet, no bank card or redirect needed.

Product updates

FNB Voucher Payments for Wi-Fi Hotspots

October 13, 2026

FNB Voucher from First National Bank is now a native payment option in Powerlynx. South African hotspot customers can pay for Wi-Fi with a prepaid PIN — no bank card, no app needed.

Configuration guides

How to Set Up TP-Link Omada Hotspot: Easy Guide

October 12, 2026

Running TP-Link Omada EAPs and want to add a captive portal? This guide covers the full setup: Omada Software Controller on Ubuntu, WireGuard tunnel to Powerlynx, and RADIUS authentication — step by step.

Product updates

Powerlynx Now Has a Built-In Wi-Fi Reseller Portal

The Reseller Portal lets you sell Wi-Fi vouchers through third-party resellers instead of only directly to end users.

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.

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