Are public networks safe?

Public Wi-Fi networks—like those in coffee shops or hotels—are not nearly as safeas you think. Even if they have a password, you're sharing a network with tons of other people, which means your data is at risk. Here's how to stay safe when you're out and about.

Starbucks offers free unlimited Wi-Fi

Starbucks offers free, one-click, unlimited Wi-Fi at all company-owned stores in Canada. There’s no purchase or subscription required, no password needed and no time limit on your session.

Enjoy great coffee and the Internet at your fingertips.

Just open a browser on your laptop or mobile device and click Connect. We want to provide you with a great digital experience to go with your great cup of coffee. We hope you’ll visit us soon! Getting Connected

WIFI login page

WIFI login page

Here's an easy tip!  Have you ever gone to Tim Hortons, Starbucks, or McDonald', connected to their WIFI, and then opened your browser to see nothing?

Here's a quick an easy way to fix that! In your browser, (Explorer, Safari or Chrome), go to www.bing.com.

And that's it! The browser will send you to the login page where you need to accept for WIFI access and you're done!

Is it safe to use Starbucks WiFi?

However, public Wi-Fi networks aren't always the most secure; in fact, you can seriously endanger your online security by using wi-fi hotspots, even in places like Starbucks. ... Remember: Nothing is private on open wi-fi, no matter where it is. But never fear! SurfEasy is here to protect your public wifi security.