Guest WiFi setup in Teignmouth

### Guests Need WiFi, But Not Your Network

Holiday let guests expect WiFi. It's basically non-negotiable these days - no WiFi = bad reviews.

But giving them **your actual WiFi password** means they're on your network. They can see your devices. Access your files if you've got network sharing on. Change router settings if they know how.

**Guest WiFi solves this.** Separate network, they get internet, you stay private.

> 💡 **Pro tip:** Airbnb listings with WiFi get 20% more bookings than those without. But guest networks protect your security better than handing out your main password.

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### Why Guest Networks Matter

If you're running a holiday let or Airbnb, a guest network is basic security.

| ✅ Guest Network | ❌ Sharing Main WiFi | |-----------------|---------------------| | Guests isolated from your devices | Can see everything on your network | | Easy to change password anytime | Changing password affects YOUR devices | | Can set bandwidth limits | Guests can max out your connection | | Turn off when property vacant | Network always accessible |

Plus, if you've got smart home stuff (Alexa, smart heating, Ring doorbell), guests on your main network can potentially access that. Guest network keeps them separated.

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### What You Get

**🔧 Complete Guest WiFi Setup**

**📶 Network Configuration** - Guest network enabled on your router - Simple memorable password set - Network name (SSID) configured - Security settings (WPA2/WPA3) applied

**⚙️ Optional Extras** - Bandwidth limiting if needed - Time restrictions (e.g., auto-off 2am-6am) - Device limits if supported by router - QR code for easy guest connection

**📋 Documentation** - Network details written down for you - How to turn guest network on/off - How to change password in future - Router admin login details (secure)

**📦 You're Left With** - Working guest WiFi ready for guests - Your main network still private - Clear instructions for managing it - Digital file with all network details

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### Pricing Guide

| Service | Time | You'll Pay | |---------|------|------------| | Guest WiFi setup (existing router) | 30-60 mins | **£60** | | Setup + new router (if needed) | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** + router |

*Router hardware additional if yours doesn't support guest networks (typically £30-50 for basic model).*

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### What Password Should You Use?

**Good guest WiFi passwords:** - Property name + year: "Seaview2024" - Location + simple word: "TeignmouthSunset" - Easy phrase: "WelcomeGuests"

**Bad passwords:** - Random gibberish: "kL9$mP2q" (guests will get it wrong constantly) - Too short: "wifi" (insecure) - Your actual passwords from other accounts (security risk)

I'll set whatever you want, or suggest something sensible. Key thing: **easy for guests to type on phones**.

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### Bandwidth Limiting: Yes or No?

**Limit bandwidth if:** - You're on the property too and share the connection - Your broadband is slow-ish and gets maxed out easily - You've had issues with guests streaming constantly

**Don't limit if:** - Property's exclusively for guests when occupied - You've got fast broadband (100Mbps+) - You want guests to have unrestricted access

Most holiday lets don't need limits if it's decent broadband. But the option's there if you want it.

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### Router Too Old For Guest WiFi?

If your router's ancient (10+ years old), it might not support guest networks. Options:

1. **New router** - basic WiFi 6 router with guest network: £30-50. I can supply and set up. 2. **Mesh system** - if property has WiFi dead zones, mesh systems (£100-200) solve coverage AND have guest networks. 3. **ISP upgrade** - sometimes upgrading your broadband gets you a newer router from your ISP with guest network built in.

I'll check your current router first - might be fine as-is.