Steps for Creating a New Voucher for Guest SSID

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Overview

Voucher-based authentication is a secure and flexible method of providing temporary Wi-Fi access to guests without compromising your main network credentials. Each voucher is a unique code with defined limitations such as usage time, device count, or bandwidth. When redeemed, it grants temporary access to the Guest SSID.

This method:

1. Enhances network security by isolating guest traffic from internal devices
2. Simplifies administration through centralized control and monitoring
3. Offers customizable options for time, data limits, and concurrent sessions

Steps to Access the Voucher Configuration Panel

1. Login to the Wi-Fi controller’s web interface using your admin credentials.
2. Navigate to the appropriate site or profile where the Guest SSID is configured (if multi-site management is enabled).
3. Go to Configuration > Hotspot > Vouchers.

Creating a New Voucher Batch

1. Click on “Create New Voucher” or "New Voucher Batch".
2. Batch Name: Enter a meaningful label (e.g., “Guest Access - Tech Fair Aug 2025”).
3. Code Length: Set between 6 to 10 characters for each code.
4. Code Format: Choose between numeric, alphabetic, or alphanumeric formats.
5. Voucher Quantity: Enter the total number of vouchers you wish to generate in this batch.
6. Usage Type:
   1. Limited Usage Count – Allows each code to be used a fixed number of times.
   2. Limited Online Users – Restricts the number of simultaneous devices using one voucher.
   3. Unlimited for Usage – No usage restrictions (ideal for short-duration open access).
7. Access Policy:
   1. By Duration – Set how long each session is valid (e.g., 2 hours, 1 day).
   2. By Usage – Limit by data cap (e.g., 500MB per user).
   3. Expiration Date – Define a fixed expiry date regardless of usage.
8. (Optional) User Group Assignment – Assign users to a specific policy group for bandwidth shaping or scheduling.
9. Click Save to generate the vouchers.

Distributing and Managing Vouchers

1. Print Vouchers: Use the built-in print option for formatted ticket-style printouts.
2. Export Vouchers: Download the list as CSV or PDF for bulk email, sharing, or record-keeping.

Conclusion

Voucher-based guest Wi-Fi access offers an ideal balance of control, security, and ease of use. By utilizing structured voucher management, administrators can efficiently manage guest connectivity, enforce access policies, and offer a reliable and professional wireless experience without exposing sensitive internal resources.

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