America Deserves a Wi-Fi Upgrade

Wi-Fi keeps us connected—whether we’re working, streaming, or staying in touch on the go. Millions of Americans rely on it every day, but with more smart devices coming online, our Wi-Fi networks are feeling the strain. To keep Wi-Fi fast and reliable, we need action now to ensure it can keep up with future demand.

More Spectrum, Supercharged Wi-Fi

Policymakers must open more spectrum—the resource that powers America's Wi-Fi—for unlicensed use.

What is Spectrum?

Spectrum is the invisible space where wireless signals travel, making Wi-Fi, mobile phones, and Bluetooth possible.

Every time you send a text, stream a show, or make a video call, your device relies on spectrum. Think of it as a network of highways in the air, ensuring your devices can send and receive data without wires.

These invisible airwaves are managed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure they are used effectively and without interference.

Why do we need more spectrum for Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi is everywhere—at home, work, schools, airports, and coffee shops—powering video calls, streaming, gaming, and smart devices. Think about how many devices in your home rely on Wi-Fi!

However, as more devices connect, the Wi-Fi “highway” starts to get crowded. Traffic increases, but the number of lanes (spectrum) stays the same. Without more space, slow speeds, lag, and interruptions eventually become inevitable.

The solution? Expanding Wi-Fi’s access to spectrum. More spectrum means faster, more reliable Wi-Fi with less congestion—keeping today’s devices running smoothly while supporting future innovations.

How can I make a difference?

Sign up for important Wi-Fi and spectrum updates to be the first to know about key policy decisions and opportunities to make your voice heard.

By joining this campaign, you will have the opportunity to tell policymakers to make more spectrum available for Wi-Fi, helping to prevent congestion, increase speeds, and drive the next way of innovation.

Together, we can ensure a faster, more reliable Wi-Fi future!

Unlocking the Power of Supercharged Wi-Fi

With more devices relying on Wi-Fi every day, it’s crucial for the U.S. government to ensure our networks can keep up This means allocating more spectrum to handle the growing data demands. Watch the video to learn how expanding spectrum can strengthen Wi-Fi for the future.

What You Need to Know

86
%
of all mobile user data is carried over Wi-Fi
Source: Open Signal
367
million
Wi-Fi devices will be connected by 2029
Source: ABI Research
$2.4
trillion
Wi-Fi will add $2.4 Trillion to the economy by 2027
Source: Telecom Advisory Services

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