The Purple Blog
Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.
Three SSIDs to rule them all: the WiFi design for guest, staff and IoT
Cutting SSIDs has become a bit of an industry sport. Our take: unless your access points overlap heavily, you are mostly safe - check the calculator. But we like tidiness, so here is the clean three-SSID design.
A Guide to Your Network Access Control System
Discover what a network access control system is, how it works, and how to implement one. Our guide covers components, use cases, and modern integrations.
How to protect your guest WiFi from DNS hijacking after the NCSC's APT28 warning
Russia's APT28 is hijacking vulnerable routers to steal credentials, and the NCSC has warned businesses to act. Here's why guest WiFi is the exposure most organisations overlook, and how to secure it.
World WiFi Day 2026: How Your Venue Can Help Bridge the Digital Divide
Saturday 20 June is World WiFi Day. With 2.2 billion people still offline, here is how venues and retailers can turn guest WiFi into genuine impact - and business value.
WAN Computer Definition: A Practical Guide for 2026
Get a clear WAN computer definition. Understand the difference between WAN and LAN, how it impacts your devices, and best practices for enterprise networks.
Purple doubles down on Greater Manchester as global expansion accelerates
Purple has opened its new office at Annie Kenney Mill in Chadderton, Oldham — cementing its UK base as the business pursues a target of generating 60% of revenue outside the UK within three years.
EAP Method WiFi: A Guide to Secure Network Access
Discover the right EAP method WiFi for your network. Our guide explains EAP-TLS, PEAP, and more for secure guest, staff, and multi-tenant access.
WiFi Certificate Authentication: Secure Network Access
Master WiFi certificate authentication. Learn EAP-TLS, IdP integration, and automated provisioning for secure, passwordless network access.
Behavioral Analytics: Insights for WiFi Networks
Unlock actionable insights from WiFi data with behavioral analytics. Transform retail, hospitality & enterprise networks. Learn metrics & use cases.
User Experience Metrics: Drive Real Business Impact
Learn to improve your customer journey with key user experience metrics. Track task success, NPS, & more with our 2026 guide to boost real business impact.
Modern Feedback Collection: A Playbook for Venues 2026
Build a powerful feedback collection program. Our 2026 playbook covers channels like WiFi surveys, question design, CRM integration, and measuring success.
Bandwidth Management: A Practical Guide for 2026
Master modern bandwidth management with our guide. Learn key techniques, vendor best practices, and how to diagnose network issues to improve user experience.
What Is Secure WiFi: Essential Guide for Business 2026
Learn what is secure wifi for your business. Explore threats, WPA3, 802.1X, and best practices for hospitality, retail, and healthcare in 2026.
Why Consumer WiFi Gear Doesn't Belong on Your Guest Network
A CISA-flagged range extender flaw and Amazon Sidewalk auto-enabling show why consumer WiFi gear is a risk on premises. The case for managed, segmented guest WiFi.
Enterprise WiFi Security: A Complete Guide for 2026
Secure your network with our complete guide to Enterprise WiFi Security. Explore WPA3, 802.1X, Zero Trust, & passwordless solutions to protect your business.
What Is Wireless Display: Protocols & Best Practices 2026
What is wireless display - Understand wireless display, its protocols like Miracast & AirPlay, and 2026 enterprise security & deployment best practices
Design of a Survey: A Practical Guide for Venues
Master the design of a survey with our end-to-end guide. Learn to set objectives, write effective questions, and use WiFi to capture actionable guest feedback.
Your Guide to WPA to WPA2 Migration in 2026
A practical guide to migrating from WPA to WPA2. Covers planning, PSK vs. Enterprise paths, configuration steps, and moving towards modern, identity-based WiFi.