<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Friendly WiFi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friendly WiFi is a government-initiated safe certification for public WiFi. The symbol proves Public WiFi areas are protected and safe for children.]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:12:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.friendlywifi.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Future of Hotel Check-In: How Kiosks Are Transforming the Guest Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[The hotel check-in experience has changed significantly in recent years. Guests now expect speed, convenience and flexibility from the moment they arrive — and long queues at reception are becoming increasingly out of step with modern hospitality expectations. As hotels continue to balance guest satisfaction with operational efficiency, self-service kiosks are rapidly becoming an important part of the modern guest journey. Far more than simply a technology trend, kiosks are helping hotels...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/the-future-of-hotel-check-in-how-kiosks-are-transforming-the-guest-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01c18c891eb8b8a912a999</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_005bd34680a341629b4f030ed4dca665~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virgin Atlantic becomes first UK airline certified to Friendly WiFi's Approved Standard]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major milestone for passenger safety and digital trust at 35,000 feet Friendly WiFi is delighted to announce that Virgin Atlantic has become the first UK airline to achieve certification to the Friendly WiFi Approved Standard, marking a significant step forward in ensuring safe, trusted public connectivity for passengers. The certification is now in place across Virgin Atlantic's new onboard connectivity service powered by Starlink, following the launch and ongoing deployment of the...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/virgin-atlantic-to-become-first-uk-airline-certified-to-friendly-wifi-s-approved-standard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a202f99800e2e1c2bb4b7cd</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:58:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_a1d9266f2b0b44e58f9bb71efe97bcd3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_399,h_266,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Branded WiFi Portals Can Improve Guest Engagement and Loyalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many hotels, guest WiFi is still treated as a purely functional service — something guests simply expect to access during their stay. However, modern branded WiFi portals are increasingly becoming far more than just a login page. When designed properly, they can form part of the wider guest journey, helping hotels strengthen brand consistency, improve guest engagement and create more personalised experiences from the moment guests connect. In an industry where customer experience and...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/how-branded-wifi-portals-can-improve-guest-engagement-and-loyalty</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01bd74ecbb58da989265ed</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 08:30:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_b30a44a8de6341ba8b261d42e2f8ffb4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Safer Digital Journeys: Why Public WiFi Protection Matters Across the Transport Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[From airports and railway stations to coach services, ferries, and public transport hubs, connectivity has become an essential part of the passenger experience. Today’s travellers expect fast, reliable public WiFi wherever they go. Whether commuting to work, streaming content during a journey, checking travel updates, or keeping children entertained on longer trips, passengers increasingly rely on internet access while travelling. But as connectivity becomes more integrated into the transport...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/creating-safer-digital-journeys-why-public-wifi-protection-matters-across-the-transport-industry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a034a0ee889759477a71216</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:06:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_82a46bf9e2644922b4a0fb02cbabc502~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel Network Monitoring: Why Proactive Support Matters More Than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[In hospitality, guest expectations around connectivity are now extremely high. Guests expect hotel WiFi, streaming services, smart room technology and connected systems to work seamlessly throughout their stay — often without giving any thought to the complex infrastructure operating behind the scenes. The reality, however, is that hotel networks are under more pressure than ever before. As hotels become increasingly reliant on connected technology, proactive network monitoring and support...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/hotel-network-monitoring-why-proactive-support-matters-more-than-ever</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01b229394073d11b578959</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:02:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_560ae6437ff341f6b43d2be3bc1da9cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Guest WiFi Is Now One of the Most Important Parts of the Hotel Experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s hospitality industry, guest expectations have changed dramatically. A comfortable bed and a good breakfast are still important, but reliable WiFi has now become one of the most critical parts of the overall hotel experience. For many guests, connectivity is no longer considered an added extra — it is expected as standard. Whether travelling for business, streaming entertainment after a long day, attending virtual meetings or simply staying connected with family and social media,...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/why-guest-wifi-is-now-one-of-the-most-important-parts-of-the-hotel-experience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01b93f394073d11b579b13</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_49fc7dced3fb4a50b6bf577823b7cc08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Safer Digital Spaces in the Leisure Industry: Why Public WiFi Protection Matters More Than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[The leisure industry has always been about creating enjoyable, memorable experiences. Whether it’s a family day out at a leisure park, a visit to a trampoline centre, or time spent in a soft play venue, operators work hard to provide environments where people feel relaxed, entertained, and safe. Today, that responsibility extends beyond physical spaces into the digital world. Public WiFi has become an expected part of the visitor experience. Families rely on it to stay connected, share...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/creating-safer-digital-spaces-in-the-leisure-industry-why-public-wifi-protection-matters-more-than</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9e6065caf4ed272bd0179</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:58:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_b1d818764c0b4b1d8620fb043bae2d65~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delivering Safe, Scalable Guest Wi-Fi Across Multi-Site Estates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guest Wi-Fi has become an expected service across almost every customer-facing environment. From hotels and retail parks to hospitals, care settings, leisure venues, and education campuses, visitors increasingly assume they will be able to connect easily, reliably, and safely. For organisations operating multiple sites, however, delivering guest Wi-Fi consistently at scale presents a unique set of challenges. Performance, security, compliance, and user experience must be maintained across...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/delivering-safe-scalable-guest-wi-fi-across-multi-site-estates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de46fbc87c857db1f65b97</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:36:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_11f3771bf4254c39abcc13f444716cf6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond Uptime: How 5G is Transforming Retail from Resilient to Intelligent]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a recent article, we explored how 5G connectivity is helping retailers stay online keeping payments flowing, operations running, and customer experiences uninterrupted when fixed-line connections fail. But resilience is just the starting point. As retailers stabilise connectivity with 5G, the opportunity shifts from simply staying online to building smarter, faster, and more adaptive retail environments. From Backup to Business Enabler Failover connectivity was once viewed as...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/beyond-uptime-how-5g-is-transforming-retail-from-resilient-to-intelligent</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d631663c612b53ad6b098c</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_6b2f8850fb0245eda11f7a63ac05fc50~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powering Retail Resilience: How 5G Connectivity Is Keeping Stores Online]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s retail landscape, connectivity is no longer just part of the infrastructure — it is the infrastructure. From processing transactions to enabling digital experiences, modern retail environments depend on reliable, always-on connectivity. When networks fail, the impact is immediate — affecting revenue, operations, and customer experience all at once. As a result, retailers are increasingly prioritising resilience as a core part of their connectivity strategy. The Growing Pressure on...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/powering-retail-resilience-how-5g-connectivity-is-keeping-stores-online</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c42863d2e55f64fe080a77</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:49:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_980ed579645e44a297cf4a2910a53664~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children’s Health Ireland Sets a New Standard for Digital Safety Across Five Hospital Locations with Friendly WiFi Certification]]></title><description><![CDATA[Image: Aerial view of the new children’s hospital in Dublin | Credit: Image courtesy of Arup Dublin, Ireland  — Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is raising the bar for digital wellbeing in healthcare by achieving Friendly WiFi certification across five hospital locations, including its new National Children’s Hospital in Dublin ahead of its opening, creating safer online environments for children, families, and visitors at some of Ireland’s busiest healthcare sites. Children’s Health Ireland...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/children-s-health-ireland-sets-a-new-standard-for-digital-safety-across-five-hospital-locations-with</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b956309b73dc97f85edc8b</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_40204dc7d53c40ddae23f34657861d8f~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Invisible Protection, Visible Reassurance]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today’s connected world, public and guest WiFi has become an essential service. From cafés and shopping centres to libraries, transport hubs, and family attractions, organisations provide internet access to enhance the visitor experience. But with that convenience comes responsibility — ensuring that the connection people are using, particularly where children may be present, is safe. This is where the Friendly WiFi Safety Assurance Standard  plays a vital role. What Is the Friendly WiFi...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/invisible-protection-visible-reassurance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b2d9f7881f20099b2d68cb</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:59:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_724f69d257fd439a9bbc91ab8e4c9c87~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supporting Safe and Reliable Connectivity for Schools with Calix]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reliable internet access has become a fundamental part of modern education. From digital classrooms and online learning platforms to collaboration tools and cloud-based resources, connectivity now sits at the heart of how students learn and how educators teach. Solutions such as Calix Internet for Schools are helping broadband providers and communities deliver the connectivity that schools need to support today’s digital learning environments. By combining high-performance broadband...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/supporting-safe-and-reliable-connectivity-for-schools-with-calix</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b2aec2881f20099b2d05eb</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_15d919a07c4b4cd48fad5a7c4fd48a23~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Robustel’s Site Survey Tool Helps Identify the Best 4G/5G Network for Your Deployment]]></title><description><![CDATA[When deploying public WiFi, IoT infrastructure, or smart connectivity solutions, one question always comes up: “Which mobile network works best at this site?” For years, installers and network engineers have relied on signal strength measurements or manual testing to try and answer that question. However, in modern 4G and 5G environments, signal strength alone doesn’t tell the full story. A new capability from Robustel aims to change that. Introducing Site Survey in Smart Roaming V3 Robustel...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/how-robustel-s-site-survey-tool-helps-identify-the-best-cellular-network-for-your-deployment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b15fa4a547e1dd3d7fa5a6</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:34:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_9ec149bbd3b24ab6888203e27dc6d858~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public WiFi Safety at Visitor Attractions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Providing Visible Reassurance for Families and Young Visitors Across the UK, visitor attractions are increasingly providing public WiFi  as part of the overall guest experience. From theme parks and zoos to museums, adventure parks and heritage destinations, connectivity has become an expected part of a modern day out. Visitors frequently use WiFi to access digital information, share experiences on social media, or stay connected with family and friends while on site. As a result, many...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/public-wifi-safety-at-visitor-attractions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aeb0310c1a368a2fa3854b</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:56:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_f188bb8be09e4372a2ced5ab5ef7e16a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Holiday Parks Are Leading the Way in Safe Public WiFi for Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[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 holiday photos,...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/why-holiday-parks-are-leading-the-way-in-safe-public-wifi-for-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aacf8e48ed77c7782641dc</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:36:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_6055ec07eccb45198f9467daacedbe57~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Safe Public WiFi is Becoming Essential for Leisure and Fitness Venues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Across the UK, leisure and fitness venues have evolved far beyond simply being places to work out. Today’s leisure centres and health clubs are community and family spaces where people spend significant time — exercising, socialising, relaxing, and often working remotely.  For organisations that have already started this journey, completing the approval process is often a straightforward step that brings additional reassurance, governance visibility, and public confidence — while allowing...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/why-safe-public-wifi-is-becoming-essential-for-leisure-and-fitness-venues</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a99329f1929985ec972dcb</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:50:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_a429be6178d8495f8d1db679b04fb8a1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The NSPCC’s Latest Report on Harmful Online Content – Why Safer Public WiFi Matters More Than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[In February 2026, the NSPCC published a major new briefing: The Impact of Harmful Online Content on Children . Drawing on real Childline counselling sessions and NSPCC Helpline contacts, the report provides powerful insight into what children and young people are experiencing online today — and the emotional impact it is having. The findings are clear. Harmful online content is not an occasional issue — it is a daily reality for many children. Harmful Online Content - the Scale of the Issue...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/the-nspcc-s-latest-report-on-harmful-online-content-why-safer-public-wifi-matters-more-than-ever</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a593c4a1cf5821abc6ea9b</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:11:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_c0f521db61574e6ea7a686a3a14b867a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Industrial-Grade Connectivity Matters for Public and Critical Networks]]></title><description><![CDATA[In many environments, connectivity is no longer a convenience — it is a dependency. Public services, transport systems, utilities, retail estates, and smart infrastructure increasingly rely on continuous network access to function safely and effectively. Yet not all connectivity is created equal. While consumer-grade networking equipment may be sufficient in low-risk, low-demand settings, it is rarely designed to operate reliably in public, remote, harsh, or mission-critical environments . In...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/why-industrial-grade-connectivity-matters-for-public-and-critical-networks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698f1909e46957565bf6e236</guid><category><![CDATA[Industry Blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:42:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_71868f769a8e4de3ada3b4dac789830f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supporting Safer Internet Day 2026: Helping Keep Children and Young People Safe Online]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday 10 February 2026  marks Safer Internet Day , a nationwide campaign that brings together schools, families, organisations, and communities to promote a safer and more positive online world for children and young people. At Friendly WiFi , we are proud to be a registered supporter  of Safer Internet Day and to play our part in raising awareness of the importance of online safety across public spaces. Why Safer Internet Day matters Safer Internet Day is an opportunity to pause, reflect,...]]></description><link>https://www.friendlywifi.com/single-post/supporting-safer-internet-day-2026-helping-keep-children-and-young-people-safe-online</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6984c50253744f609cc329ca</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Blog]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:40:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e8d5f0_3d964b91bfd8476e95a9d262d02ea803~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Friendly WiFi</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>