How to Use Free Wi-Fi on the Guangzhou Metro

By That's PRD, 2017-01-03 09:20:00

With the opening of Metro Line 7 and two notable line extensions, Guangzhou Metro (MTRC) finally launched its long-awaited free Wi-Fi service. Naturally, we couldn’t wait to hop on the next train and give the new wireless internet a try, sadly we concluded that it is extraordinarily difficult to connect to Wi-Fi while on a moving train (for now anyway) – although the service seems to work fine while on the waiting platforms. 

The free Wi-Fi is currently available on all Guangzhou Metro lines, with the exception of the Guangfo Line – which connects Canton to Foshan.

To access the free metro’s Wi-Fi service, follow these easy steps: 

1. Installed the 花生地铁WiFi app on your phone. 

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2. Choose and connect to “花生地铁WiFi测试” in your phone’s network list. 

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3. Click on “打开APP” (Open App). 

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4. After you’re directed to the app, login with your phone number (click “获取验证码” to get a verification code) and click the big yellow button to surf the internet. 

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5. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. 

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