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πŸ“Ά Wi-Fi Passpoint API (Hotspot 2.0)

One profile. Unlimited seamless connectivity.

Eliminate manual logins, streamline authentication, and deliver secure, automatic Wi-Fi access with Passpoint (Hotspot 2.0).


πŸ” What Is Passpoint?

Wi-Fi Passpoint, also known as Hotspot 2.0, is a modern wireless standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance. It enables devices to:

  • Automatically connect to trusted Wi-Fi networks
  • Bypass captive portals and login screens
  • Authenticate securely using enterprise-grade encryption
  • Seamlessly roam across federated networks β€” like cellular

1. Provision

A Passpoint profile is installed on the device β€” via MDM, mobile carrier, or download. It contains:

  • Auth credentials (SIM, certificate, or login)
  • Trusted SSIDs and roaming partner metadata

2. Auto-Discovery

The device scans for supported Passpoint-enabled networks using metadata (SSID, operator name, etc.).

3. Auto-Connect

If a match is found, the device authenticates in the background using EAP over 802.1X β€” without any user input.

4. Roaming

If the network is part of a federation (e.g. OpenRoaming, Eduroam, carrier roaming), the device can connect even outside its β€œhome” network.


βœ… Why It Matters

BenefitDescription
Seamless UXUsers never see a login page β€” they just connect.
Strong SecurityWPA2/WPA3-Enterprise + EAP ensures encrypted, authenticated access.
Roaming-FriendlyIdeal for large campuses, mobile offloading, and public federations.
Battery EfficientDevices prioritize high-quality Wi-Fi, conserving battery and bandwidth.


🌍 Use Cases


✈️ Airports & Hotels – Instant login for guests with a profile
πŸ“Ά Mobile Carriers – Offload traffic to Wi-Fi networks automatically
🏫 Universities – Seamless access across campus without passwords
🏒 Enterprises – Device-based, secure Wi-Fi for hybrid and BYOD teams


πŸ”Œ IronWiFi + Passpoint

  • Host your Passpoint OSU (Online Sign-Up) portal
  • Issue and manage profiles for users and devices
  • Monitor usage and sessions across all endpoints
  • Integrate into your SAML, RADIUS, or MDM systems
  • Enable support for OpenRoaming, Eduroam, or private roaming networks


πŸ§ͺ Try It Yourself


Install a Passpoint profile now:


πŸ‘‰ Provision Your Device via IronWiFi OSU

Set up secure, seamless Wi-Fi access using OpenRoaming.


πŸ§‘β€πŸ’» Developer-Ready

Use IronWiFi’s Passpoint API to:

  • Programmatically generate user/device profiles
  • Automate provisioning flows
  • Sync with your CRM or identity provider
  • Control access by role, usage, or location
  • Coming Soon: SDKs for iOS, Android & ChromeOS


πŸš€ Start Building with Passpoint


Want help deploying Passpoint across your network?


πŸ“… Schedule a demo with our engineering team

We’ll help you design a secure, scalable, and seamless experience for your users.