Tethering is the process of sharing your mobile phone’s internet connection with another device via USB or WiFi. It allows you to use your smartphone as a WiFi hotspot and share its internet connection with other devices. Tethering is useful for transferring data between two devices without the need of an active internet connection or when you have no access to WiFi. It also allows you to save money by not using data on your phone, when you are in a remote area with poor coverage.
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There are many tethering apps available on the Google Play Store but not all of them work well. So, today we have compiled a list of 10 best free tethering apps for Android and iPhone that can be used for USB/WiFi tethering:
ShareIt
ShareIt is a free tethering app that can be used to share the files from your phone with other devices. It allows you to share any type of files like photos, videos, music, documents and more with other devices. ShareIt also allows you to send files over Bluetooth or via email and the recipient can download the file directly from the app.
The app is free to use but it comes with ads which can be removed by upgrading to the premium version. ShareIt is a great option for those who need a quick and easy way to share files between two devices without the need of an active internet connection.
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iFunBox
iFunBox is a free app that allows you to access your iPhone’s files, including apps, photos, music and videos from your computer. It is a great tool for those who have an older version of iTunes installed on their computer and need to transfer the files to their phone. It can also be used to transfer the files from your phone to your computer, if you have a damaged iTunes library.
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WifiTether is a free app that can be used for USB/WiFi tethering on Android devices. It is easy to use and doesn’t require any setup. All you need to do is install the app and enable the tethering. The app also allows you to set a password for the WiFi connection. It has a lot of useful features such as AP isolation, bandwidth management, DNS server and more.
PdaNet+
PdaNet+ is an internet sharing app that allows you to share your phone’s internet connection with other devices. It is compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook. The app works with most Android phones and can be used for USB/WiFi tethering. It supports 4G LTE connections as well.
You can use it for free if you are using it for a private purpose but it has some limitations if you want to use it commercially. If you want to remove the limitations, then you need to pay $14.99 after 7 days of trial period. It supports all Android devices running on Android 2.2 or above and Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and Mac OS X 10.7 or above with Wifi tethering enabled on your device by default. You can download PdaNet+ from Google Play Store or iTunes.
FoxFi
FoxFi is a free app that can be used for tethering. It can be used for USB/WiFi tethering and has a lot of features. It supports Android 4.0 or above and requires a rooted device to work. It is one of the best tethering apps available on the Google Play Store.
It works with most carriers but not all of them so you need to check your carrier’s compatibility before installing it on your device. You can download FoxFi from Google Play Store or iTunes. Some of the best features are:
Multiple connection modes
You can use FoxFi in two different modes. You can use it as a WiFi hotspot or connect your device to your computer via USB cable. It also supports Bluetooth connection if you have an adapter for it.
Easy setup
FoxFi is very easy to set up and works right out of the box after installation. There is no need to change any settings or anything like that, just download and install the app on your device and connect it to your computer via USB cable or use its WiFi hotspot mode.
VPN
FoxFi also offers a VPN service that can be used to protect your internet connection. It is useful for unblocking websites and helps you stay anonymous while browsing the internet.
My Tether
My Tether is a simple and efficient app that lets you use your Android phone as a WiFi hotspot. It allows you to share your internet connection with other devices without the need of an active internet connection. The app is free to download and use, but it comes with some in-app purchases.
Droid-Tether
Droid-Tether is another useful tethering app for Android users. It allows you to share your mobile data connection with other devices over USB or WiFi without the need of an active internet connection. The app also supports file sharing and has support for multi-user tethering (one user per device). The premium version of the app also allows you to set custom IP address and customize your tethering connection.
iRouter
iRouter is a free tethering app for Android that can be used to share your phone’s internet connection with other devices via USB or WiFi. It is very easy to use and comes with an intuitive user interface. The app can also be used as a WiFi hotspot and can help you save data when you are on the go. You can connect your computer, laptop, tablet or any other device via USB or WiFi to share the internet connection of your phone. It also allows you to monitor and control the internet usage of other devices connected to your mobile phone.
TetherME for Android
TetherME is a free tethering app for Android that can be used to turn your phone into a WiFi hotspot. It is an ad-supported app and can be used for free for 10 minutes. The good thing about this app is that it offers unlimited usage for all users after the 10 minutes trial period. The TetherME application also allows you to change the network name, password, and IP address of your phone.
Maryfi for Android
Maryfi is another free tethering app for Android that can be used to turn your phone into a WiFi hotspot. It also has a time limit of 10 minutes for the free version and unlimited usage after the trial period. The Maryfi application has an interface similar to the TetherME app and allows you to change the network name, password, and IP address of your phone.
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