Free Wi-Fi Hotspot on Android Without Root (How To)

How to Tether Any Wi-Fi Device to Your Android Phone
Ever find yourself away from home and in need for a Wi-Fi connection? If you have an activated Android device that is 3G or 4G capable, then look no further! This is a step by step guide to using your Android device as a free mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. The best part is that there is no need to Root your device!

Step 1. Download FoxFi from the Google Play Store and install the app on your device

This is FoxFi in the Play Store

Step 2. Run FoxFi

This is the FoxFi start up screen

Step 3. Assign a name to your hotspot by touching "Network Name" then typing in the name you would like to give your hotspot (I am using "My Android Hotspot")

Step 4. Assign a password to protect your hotspot by touching "Password (WPA2)" then typing in the password you would like to use (I am using "1234567890")

Step 5. Check the box that is next to "Activate WiFi Hotspot" (your hotspot will begin to startup, this may take a few minutes depending on how strong of a signal your device is getting from your carrier)

When you see this screen your hotspot is ready to use!

(Notice the three blue bars in the upper left next to "FoxFi WiFi Hotspot Ready" and the dot above the "i" in FoxFi is now orange instead of blue)

Connecting a Windows 7 Computer to Your Hotspot
This is a step by step guide to connecting any Windows 7 computer to your FoxFi hotspot.

Step 1. Check your current network status by scrolling your cursor over the Wi-Fi connection symbol in the bottom right hand corner of your screen.

Step 2. Click the Wi-Fi connection symbol to view available connections and select the hotspot you created (mine is "My Android Hotspot") then click the "Connect" button

Step 3. A window will appear and ask you for the security key for the network. Type in the password that you created in step 4 of the setup guide

Step 4.Your computer will begin to connect to your hotspot. This may take a few minutes and may give you an error if your device does not have 3G or 4G when you attempt to connect

Step 5. If you do not receive an error, scroll over the Wi-Fi connection symbol to check the status of your connection. A good connection always says "Internet Access" below the hotspot name

 Enjoy having a hotspot with you wherever you go!

Notice: This method of tethering is not legal on all carrier's policies and plans. Know your plan's policy before using any data while connected to your hotspot.