Visitors, guests of the University and members of the public can connect to our guest wifi.
Visitors and guests can:
- get free wireless connectivity where the University Wireless Service is available
- connect in outdoor public spaces, such as Jesus Green, Parkers Piece and The Mill Pond
- connect in University of Cambridge museums, including Fitzwilliam Museum, Kettles Yard and Scott Polar Research Institute
UniOfCam-Guest supports Opportunistic Wireless Encryption (OWE) on supported client devices. This means the connection between the client and the access point is encrypted. If a device does not support OWE, like some older devices, the connection will switch to an unencrypted open connection.
Who can use UniOfCam-Guest
Members of the public, college conference and departmental guests, museum visitors and any other non-Cambridge University members are welcome to use this service.
UniOfCam-Guest should not be used by existing members of the University who have a valid CRSid. Please use eduroam or UniOfCam-IoT instead of UniOfCam-Guest if you're a University member.
UniOfCam-Guest can be used temporarily when you're setting up eduroam or if eduroam is down.
Where UniOfCam-Guest can be used
This service is available everywhere there is Univerity Wireless Service coverage. Some Colleges run their own wireless system.
Connect to UniOfCam-Guest
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Open the wifi settings on your device. A list of wifi networks will appear.
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Select the 'UniOfCam-Guest' wifi network from your list of available networks. You'll see the sign-in screen appear on your device.
Try opening a web browser if you do not see a sign-in screen. Some HTTP sites have been created to force sign-in pages to appear. Try going to http://neverssl.com or http://httpforever.com.
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Tick the box to accept the terms of use.
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Click "Log In".
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You will see a message confirming you are now connected to UniOfCam-Guest.
Library readers
Registered library readers can connect to UniOfCam-Guest wifi to access subscription e-resources while using the Library in person. Contact the Library if you have any questions about this service.
1. Click the "Library reader" button on the wifi sign-in screen.
2. Sign in with your Library account login. Your library barcode is located on the front of your library card, beginning with V. For example, "VABC1".
Security: filtering and data compliance
This service uses some content filtering to protect minors. Users must also comply with the ISP Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) when using this service.
A privacy policy has also been created in order to protect the rights and data of the user.
The ISP Acceptable Use Policy and the privacy policy are also available on the captive portal for the users to view before they connect.
Read the Terms and Conditions for using this service.
Each social platform also provides its own terms and conditions.
Get help
If you've followed the instructions above and are still unable to connect, please look through our troubleshooting guide or contact the Service Desk.