Connect to Wi-Fi
For organizations
For organizations
Connect to Wi-FiPublicroam for libraries & education.
Libraries, schools, and educational institutions receive visitors and external parties every day who want to use Wi-Fi. Pupils and students also regularly use the guest Wi-Fi. They expect it to just work, without any hassle.
Publicroam offers a secure connection, without registration forms, vouchers, or extra pressure on the service desk. Visitors connect automatically upon arrival. Truly welcoming.
500+ locations
At libraries, secondary education, and vocational colleges
What Publicroam delivers
Secure and
reliable Wi-Fi
Visitors and students connect automatically with an encrypted connection and protection against rogue networks.
Reduced management burden for libraries and education
No vouchers, no passwords at the desk. Users create an account themselves once and are then always immediately online.
Privacy-friendly connection
No tracking, no data collection. Complies with GDPR and protects users against data interception.
Roaming across multiple locations
One account works at all Publicroam locations. Convenient for visitors and students working at multiple campuses or in the library.
Visitors often get stuck on traditional guest Wi-Fi
Challenges in libraries and education
- Visitors and students expect to be online immediately
- No interest in login pages or vouchers
- Questions at the desk and for IT take up time
- Eduroam doesn’t cover everyone (parents, international students, external parties)
- Automatic secure connection for everyone
- No portals or forms
- Less burden on the service desk and IT department
- Privacy-by-design, suitable for all target groups
Works on the existing network, without modifications
Publicroam is based on open standards and integrates with the Wi-Fi network already in place. No new hardware, no replacement of existing equipment. Whether you work with Cisco, Ubiquiti, or another vendor: Publicroam works with it directly. Set it up once, then you don’t have to worry about it anymore.
See how other libraries & educational institutions use Publicroam
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One account works at all Publicroam locations. Handy for students working on multiple campuses or in the library.
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“As soon as people know why it’s necessary, they are immediately open to it”
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With Publicroam, OBA visitors only need to create an account once. After that, they automatically go online at all OBA branches and also at hundreds of other locations.
Who is Publicroam for
For visitors, business users, and employees with their own devices.
Visitors
Online instantly at public locations and in offices
Employees (BYOD)
Securely connect with a private laptop or smartphone
Business users
Reliable internet during meetings or events
Frequently asked questions
Do you have questions about Publicroam? Check out our frequently asked questions or get in touch with us. We are happy to help.
How can you connect to Publicroam?
There are three ways to create an account:
Via the app (most used)
You download the Publicroam app from the App Store or Google Play. Your smartphone will then connect to Publicroam automatically. You can connect other devices using the login details found in the app (under Menu → My account → Login details).
Via the website
You can request an account via the registration page. You will receive an SMS with your login details.
Via SMS
Send an SMS with publicroam to 0970 10 260 261. You will immediately receive an SMS with personal login details.
Do you have to log in again at every location?
No. Publicroam ensures that you connect automatically at all participating locations. Sign up once, and you are online everywhere immediately.
Why is Publicroam safe?
Publicroam uses the same security standards used on business networks, educational institutions, and government networks.
Unlike many traditional guest Wi-Fi networks, Publicroam does not work with shared passwords or unsecured open access. Every user has their own account and connects via a secure authentication method.
Publicroam uses, among other things:
- WPA2-Enterprise and WPA3-Enterprise;
- IEEE 802.1X;
- EAP authentication;
- certificate verification.
This significantly reduces the risk of misuse, fake Wi-Fi networks, and the interception of network traffic.
Users create an account once and can then connect automatically and securely at all connected Publicroam locations.
Is your data safe with Publicroam?
Yes. Publicroam is designed with privacy and security as a starting point.
- Your data is sent and stored in an encrypted format.
- Publicroam helps prevent connections to fake Wi-Fi networks.
- We only collect data that is necessary to make the service work properly.
- Personal data is not sold to third parties.
- Publicroam complies with European privacy laws (AVG/GDPR).
Do you want to know exactly which data is processed and how long it is kept? Please check our privacy statement for end users or contact us.
How much does Publicroam cost?
Organizations that offer Publicroam pay an annual participation fee and a one-time connection fee. For this, please visit the rates page. Publicroam is free for users.
Where can you use Publicroam?
Publicroam is available at 1,750+ locations at libraries, municipalities, healthcare institutions, museums, theaters, sports centers, etc. Read more about all organizations and locations on the participants page
How can my organization offer Publicroam on our Wi-Fi network?
Organizations can easily add Publicroam to their existing Wi-Fi network. On the participation website you will find all information about the possibilities, technical requirements, and the registration process.