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My Network

Everything you need to know about connecting and managing your routers to the Uplink platform.

Last updated 3 months ago

Your Routers, Your Network.

At Uplink, you always own and control your routers and dataβ€”that’s why this section is called "My Network."

When you connect a router to Uplink, you're simply: βœ… Connecting your phone to your own Wi-Fi network (if it isn’t already) βœ… Validating that your network is online

What Does "Validating My Network" Mean?

Validation is just a simple check to confirm that your phone is connected to the internet. Uplink will never access your data or control your router.

Router Info Collected During Router Registration:

During the router registration process, we automatically collect basic network details to ensure a smooth onboarding process once the Uplink network is live. This is managed by you (a router can be deleted at any time) on the Uplink Platform.

The following information is what is collected and the reasoning behind it:

Name
Description & Use

Wi-Fi SSID

The name of your Wi-Fi network. It's what you see when you select a network to connect to and register.

Mac Address

This helps to confirm that your router is real and can be used when the Uplink network goes live.

Manufacturer

The company that produced your router. This helps us determine the demographics of routers on the network.

Model

This helps us determine the necessary software for your specific router and allows us to prioritize solutions that matter most to our community.

Location

This (a specific longitude/latitude) shows us where you intend to provide connectivity when the network is live.

Venue Info

Coverage (indoor/outdoor) and type (residential, commercial, hospital, public, etc.). This helps us understand your area and determine if it's an area of high traffic or interest.

With My Network, you're always in control. Your hardware, your data, your rewards. πŸš€

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