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Free Public WiFi

Internet connectivity helps you maintain family ties, catch up with friends, stay up-to-date at work, and excel in school. That’s why Wintek Powered by Tipmont is keeping you connected through free public WiFi in Tippecanoe, Montgomery, and Fountain counties.

Internet connectivity helps you maintain family ties, catch up with friends, stay up-to-date at work, and excel in school. That’s why Wintek Powered by Tipmont is keeping you connected through free public WiFi in Tippecanoe, Montgomery, and Fountain counties.

Locations

How to Connect

Tipmont Electric Service Area

Simply drive your car near one of the locations on our map in our electric service area. Connecting is a simple, 3-step process:

  • Connect to "Free Wintek WiFi"
  • Accept the Terms & Conditions
  • Enjoy Wintek fiber internet!

Downtown Lafayette / Columbian Park

Connecting is a simple, 3-step process:

  • Connect to "Lafayette Public Wi-Fi"
  • Accept the Terms & Conditions
  • Enjoy Wintek fiber internet!


This WiFi connects to Wintek’s state-of-the-art fiber network that offers high-speed, reliable internet. Each hotspot’s coverage area is noted by a polygon on the location map.

This WiFi connects to Wintek’s state-of-the-art fiber network that offers high-speed, reliable internet. Each hotspot’s coverage area is noted by a polygon on the location map.

Locations

FAQs

Can anyone use the WiFi?

Yes! The free public WiFi is available to anyone who wishes to use it.

In addition to serving the vital need of students without internet access, we encourage the community to use this free service to download movies, update video games, and video chat with friends and family.

 

Does it cost money to use the WiFi?

No. Our WiFi is free of charge. Please use it as often and as much as you wish.

 

What kind of speed can I expect?

You should see symmetrical speeds (same upload and download speeds) between 30 Mbps and 75 Mbps. The closer you are to the WiFi antenna, the faster your speeds should be.

The WiFi in downtown Lafayette is managed by the city and may have varying speeds.

 

Are there limits on the amount of data I can use?

No. Usage is unlimited. Please use our WiFi as often and as much as you wish.

 

Where can I see a map of all the locations?

Please visit this link to see a map of all locations.

 

Is the online map up-to-date?

Yes. The map automatically updates as new locations come online.

 

Is the WiFi temporary?

No. Wintek plans to provide free WiFi service for as long as the devices are functioning and we have permission from nearby business owners.

 

Do you plan on adding more locations?

We’ll continue to explore more locations that benefit the communities we serve. If you have a suggested location, please send it to our member service team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (800) 726-3953 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

Can anyone use the WiFi?

Yes! The free public WiFi is available to anyone who wishes to use it.

In addition to serving the vital need of students without internet access, we encourage the community to use this free service to download movies, update video games, and video chat with friends and family.

 

Does it cost money to use the WiFi?

No. Our WiFi is free of charge. Please use it as often and as much as you wish.

 

What kind of speed can I expect?

You should see symmetrical speeds (same upload and download speeds) between 30 Mbps and 75 Mbps. The closer you are to the WiFi antenna, the faster your speeds should be.

The WiFi in downtown Lafayette is managed by the city and may have varying speeds.

 

Are there limits on the amount of data I can use?

No. Usage is unlimited. Please use our WiFi as often and as much as you wish.

 

Where can I see a map of all the locations?

Please visit this link to see a map of all locations.

 

Is the online map up-to-date?

Yes. The map automatically updates as new locations come online.

 

Is the WiFi temporary?

No. Wintek plans to provide free WiFi service for as long as the devices are functioning and we have permission from nearby business owners.

 

Do you plan on adding more locations?

We’ll continue to explore more locations that benefit the communities we serve. If you have a suggested location, please send it to our member service team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (800) 726-3953 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

Safety Tips

Use precautions like the following when connecting to any public network:
  • Use care when connecting to any websites that require a password or personal information including social networking sites, online banking services, or any website that stores your credit card information.
  • Make sure your antivirus software is up-to-date.
  • Keep your firewall enabled.
  • Make sure the sites you visit use HTTPS rather than an unencrypted HTTP connection.
  • Consider using a VPN if you access any site that requires a password or personal information.