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Today, all of our data will be censored by the government, ISPs and network managers. Moreover, with the high-risk of public Wi-Fis, hackers' activities, and the security hole existing in routers and IoT devices, you are not able to feel secure. Accordingly, the need for a safe, secure and a fast service becomes essential, so it’s a challenge to find a service that works on all your devices. Betterspot can encrypt your online data and helps you have a safer, freer and better internet experience
Betterspot secures your network and enables you to surf the Net anonymously. It also allows you to bypass geo-restricted contents. You can simply replace your home router with Betterspot or place it next to your router. All of your devices can connect to Betterspot with Wi-Fi or cable. Betterspot is portable; which means you can take it with yourself everywhere like public areas such as hotels, coffee shops, airports, etc.
Betterspot Functions!
Streaming with Betterspot VPN Router
Betterspot is compatible with:
How does VPN work?
A virtual private network, also known as a VPN, is a private network that extends across a public network or internet.
Why do I need Betterspot?
Betterspot Features
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History of Betterspot
Everyday VPN services are used by millions of people in countries across the globe. A VPN helps users bypass internet restrictions such as censored or geo-restricted content while providing anonymity by masking their IP address and location. Our team has proven its place as your first VPN choice on the world wide web.
As smart devices and IoT are quickly and inevitably becoming part of our daily lives, the need for a safe, secure and a fast VPN service becomes essential. We noticed it had become a challenge to find a VPN app that works on all your devices, in the home or at the office. To meet this challenge, Betternet decided to create Betterspot, a device which easily connects to your router providing VPN functions to all of your WiFi devices such as tablets, smartphones, laptops, PCs, etc. Betterspot is compatible with various operating systems such as Windows, Ubuntu, OS X, Android, iOS, Blackberry, etc. By supporting Betterspot, you are supporting a device which will provide security, privacy, and freedom of information to millions. By using Betterspot, you yourself may find the internet quite simply better.
Design
Some may overlook design as an essential feature of a VPN router, supposing it should just bypass the internet restrictions. Going the extra mile for us means making Betterspot a beautifully designed and efficient product which exceeds our customers’ expectations.
Betterspot, distinguished by the Betternet Shield located on top of it, may be one of the most modern, exciting, convenient and user-friendly VPN routers on the market. After six months of effort and research, our professional design team has created two models. Based on the user feedback we ensured that not only the functionality was streamlined, but also the design remained sleek and attractive.
Our team considered every detail in the process of developing Betterspot, including a multi-color LED which shows Betterspot’s status to the user. Two Ethernet ports and a micro USB port are neatly placed at the back of the device. Surrounding these key components is a hard ABS polymer case. You’ll know it’s a quality product because like our Betternet App it features the shield logo you’ve come to trust.
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Betterspot App
All settings in your hand
Betterspot allows you to control the device easily through your smartphone. You just need to install it on one device and the rest will connect and pair to Betterspot without any need to install apps.
VPN (Betternet)
Connect to Betternet premium service to increase your security and privacy and choose between multiple server locations. Encrypting your data, Betternet secures your connection. It changes your IP address and hides your real locations. It helps you access blocked websites, and bypass internet censorship and firewalls. Betternet lets you access different streaming channels everywhere; even when you are traveling.
Tor
You can switch to Tor anonymity network and surf anonymously. It hides you from the other users on the network, so the more populous and diverse the user base for Tor is, the more your anonymity will be protected. Tor allows you to improve your privacy and security on the Internet. It also lets organizations and individuals share information over public networks without compromising their privacy.
Direct Mode
You can turn the VPN off by choosing this mode. In this mode, Betterspot functions like a normal router. If you only use a secure connection for certain services and prefer to browse the net using your own IP address, we made it easy for you to switch between VPN/TOR and Direct mode. In Direct mode, your router acts like a messenger: it only sends your requests to the internet without any modifications.
Location selection
Choose your desired server location from the menu. We provide a broad range of dedicated, and premium servers all around the world.
How to use
Connection via cable:
1 Turn on Betterspot.
2 Plug in the input cable to connect Betterspot to the internet source.
3 Now connect your device to Betterspot using Wi-Fi and enter the password. (Default password is betterspot)
Watch how to set up Betterspot :
Connecting via Wi-Fi
1 On your device, choose Settings >Wi-Fi>Betterspot XX
2 Enter your access point or router password. (Default password is betterspot)
3 Open admin.betterspot.com on your favorite browser or you can use the app.
4 Choose a password for your admin panel.
5 Click on the button labeled "Cable" on the top left of the panel, then choose your Wi-Fi source from the list.
6 Enter the Wi-Fi source's password.
7 Press Connect button.
Watch how to set up Betterspot:
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Our Story
We’d like to say that Betterspot was the result of a “eureka” moment, however we think the reality is far more interesting. Through inspiring feedback we were able to construct a product that meets all your demands. We realized that Betternet users enthusiastically require using Betternet on all of their smart devices such as smart TVs, Windows phones, Mac computers, Blackberries and Apple TVs, but unfortunately, VPN apps cannot be installed on all these devices.
As we traveled abroad we were faced with online restrictions and censorship. To ensure we were on the right path during each stage of development we engaged our users across the globe. The first stop was China where we asked our users for feedback about Betternet VPN, which in turn further encouraged us to develop the hardware. Thanks to our customers’ comments, we had a new idea: a device you could simply connect all your smart devices too. A device that is small, portable, easy to use and empowered with our award winning Premium VPN service: Betternet. By running the VPN for your smart device, Betterspot will reduce the exhaustion of your smart devices' battery life.
Our Team
Betterspot team is comprised of top notch tech experts, experienced hardware engineers, embedded developers and designers. Our mobile app developers and DevOps have designed one of the most reliable and compatible VPN protocols which are tested for over a year and now empowers Betterspot VPN router. Our diligent CRM team constantly responds to the users' questions and relays their feedback to our development team which in turn fine tunes our service and product.
Our industrious team is still on the go and working hard to bring Betterspot to life. We are grateful to the potential Kickstarter backers for supporting us to achieve this goal. Your support will give us the opportunity to put Betterspot in your home.
China Trip
To bring Betterspot's idea to a real product, we have traveled to China for three times. We went to "Asian Innovation Tour" on our first trip. There, we shared our idea and could attract many manufacturers' and investors' attention. We chose them carefully based on their quality and experiences. We also found some options for packaging and shipping.
On our second travel to China, we signed the contract and visited the factories again to double check the quality.
Betterspot QC trip was the last and longest one. It was both exciting and exhausting. Exciting, since we tested Betterspot everywhere like coffee shops, restaurants, and hotels. It was very enjoyable to see the working Betterspot. Exhausting, because it was very difficult to manage everything among our 4 partners including OEM, Molding, Packaging, and shipping. They were very far from each other. Sometimes, we had to visit all of them all in a single day.
We could successfully overcome the issues regarding Betterspot manufacturing during our trip. Our industrious team is still on the go and working hard to bring Betterspot to life.Your support will give us the opportunity to put Betterspot in your home.
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Shipping
We are delighted to inform you that we have started shipping Betterspot devices. We do our best to send Betterspot devices to all of our backers within 15 days. We will soon send the tracking number to all our backers. It may take a few days to send “the tracking number email” to all backers. Therefore, be patient please and help us give Betterspot to your hands as soon as possible.
Timeline
FAQ
> Can I get Betterspot outside of the USA?
We are doing our best to ship Betterspot all around the world. Based on our users’ requests the estimated shipment destinations are: Europe in general, UAE, China, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, etc.
We are going to inform you about the shipment price and list of the countries on Betterspot Kickstarter campaign, so you can wait until the project launch on 14 September.
> Is it possible to use Betterpot's premium account on Betternet app?
Unfortunately, that's not possible. The premium services on Betterspot router and Betternet app are two separate things.
Using Betterspot router for multiple devices at the same time requires a considerable amount of bandwidth, so to provide our users with a better browsing and streaming experience we decided to separate Betterspot premium servers from those of Betternet, so that our Betterspot users could enjoy less crowded, and dedicated servers.
> Can I use Betterspot for hard wired desktops? For example, a device I could place inline before my router?
Betterspot can work with wired equipment properly. It has one LAN port which the device can connect to via Ethernet cable, and more than 10 devices can connect to Betterspot at the same time via Wi-Fi.
> Would Betterspot be a subscription service or would it be a one–time purchase?
Without our VPN service subscription (Betternet Premium), Betterspot can work with Tor for free. As a Kickstarter backer, you’ll receive 1-month Premium VPN service for free. If you want the premium service you should pay for a subscription and there are different types of pricing which you can see on Kickstarter like lifetime and yearly plans.
> What kinds of network protocol do you have?
The network protocol is used for our new product is Hexatech. It is designed to offer an ultra fast speed and reliable security to the users and to connect smartphones to secure servers in an easier way. It is also safe to any blockings.
For more information you can visit: betternet.co/hexatech-vpn
or our Weblog about Hexatech:
https://www.betternet.co/blog/betternet-introduces-hexatech-a-revolutonary-vpn/
> Is Betterspot using the free Betternet VPN, Hexatech, or a dedicated VPN?
Betterspot uses Betternet premium servers. We limit the number of users on each server to provide a high-quality service.
> What kinds of extra money we should pay? Should we pay extra money like shipment or taxes?
Yes, you have to pay for VAT & shipment which is specified on our Kickstarter page based on your country.
> What are the usage restrictions?
You can visit the link below to be informed about the restrictions.
https://www.betterspot.com/terms#prohibited
> Will there be an Ethernet-in port and also an Ethernet-out (routing) port?
There will be both of them and Betterspot also works via Wi-Fi.
> We have internet in our dorm room through the DSL cable and we don't have a router yet. Would we be able to get Betterspot and use it as a wireless router and be able to connect our phones to it and use it as a router and VPN?
Yes. You just need to connect Betterspot to your DSL router. Betterspot is a router that is compatible with all devices and platforms, and you can simultaneously use it as VPN and a router.
> Can we carry the device so that it functions with cellular data and in return functions as a hotspot?
Betterspot has Wi-Fi to Wi-Fi capability so that you can connect it to your 3G modem via Wi-Fi. Just note that Betterspot has no built-in battery, so you need to use a power bank, or USB adapter.
> Does Betterspot work with a 4G Router?
Yes. Betterspot also works with a 4G Router. As long as your 4G modem provides Wi-Fi hotspot, you can use Betterspot as a gateway for it. It allows you to use a Wi-Fi hotspot as an internet source.
> Can you give me more details about the specifications, capabilities, the future firmware update support and premium access for life time?
Betterspot is a VPN router. Every device will be protected by connecting to it. You don’t need to install any VPN app on your device. Betterspot has a mobile app for your ease of use. We do our best to update the firmware and Betterspot app. We also try to add new features.
> Can I use it for my Goobang doo MS8 streambox which is similar to an apple TV device. Would it work for it?
Yes. Every device that works with 802.11 b/g/n (almost all Wi-Fi devices) can connect to Betterspot. As long as it can connect to Wi-Fi hotspot, yes, it would.
> Connecting it to my router, will ALL devices on Wi-Fi and Ethernet including my TV usage (like apple TV and my smart TV internet) be on VPN automatically? Doesn't it need to do anything to activate it. Is that how this is set up?
Yes, exactly! You can connect all your Wi-Fi/wired devices to Betterspot and good news for you is that it needs zero setup! You will be on a secure connection without any extra steps.
> Can you use VPN and TOR together?
No, You will be able to use one at a time by switching between the two modes, using Betterspot app or via its web panel. Since Tor constantly connects you to random servers, you can't be on Betternet Premium servers unless you switch modes.
> Will it be able to transfer 1000mbps as wired or 300mbps?
The transmission speed is 300mbps.
> Will Betterspot available on cash on delivery?
No. Betterspot shipment plan does not support paying on cash.
> Can I use Betterspot while I’m travelling?
Yes, you can take Betterspot with you while you are traveling to countries with internet restrictions like China. You can also use it while you are connected to public Wi-Fi networks at the airports, cafes, hotels, etc.
> What benefits will Betterspot give me Vs. using the free service or paying $30 year for premium and using my own router?
There are two matters to consider here:
First: reliability, and quality of a VPN service.
Second: its ease of use.
Maybe you have a router that you can configure a VPN on it. Then you need to find a reliable VPN provider that allows you to set it up on a router. This is technically difficult and it needs technical knowledge too. Considering Betterspot, it allows using Betternet's security layer on a router with zero configs. We also provide an app that users can simply change the settings and use it easily. That's what you are paying for.
> Where are Betternet servers located?
Betternet supports the following locations: US, UK, Canada, Netherlands, France, Australia, Germany, Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Our US servers are located in different states of America and you can select among them.
> What encryption protocols does Betterspot use for my data?
We use Betternet's Hexa protocol which uses latest encryption technologies including SALSA algorithm.
> Is there a limit to the number of devices which can connect to Betterspot?
You can use Betterspot for at least 10 to 15 devices at the same time. Betterspot has one LAN port. A device can connect to it via Ethernet cable, and 10 to 15 other devices can connect to Betterspot at the same time via Wi-Fi.
> What type of VPN protocol is used on Betterspot?
Betterspot uses Hexa protocol, a secure communication protocol built from scratch for this new era. This technology has several advantages over old technologies:
The time needed to create a secure tunnel is negligible, it only takes a few milliseconds (compared to several seconds for OpenVPN or IPSec). Hexatech supports both IPv4 and IPv6 so there is no risk of IPv6 leaks. The protocol is designed with no signature so controlling organizations are not able to track or block it. All these features make Hexatech protocol unique and awesome!