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Do I need to jailbreak to tether?

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do i need jailbreak to tether?

I'm an android person, but am considering jumping ship when the iPhone 7 comes out. I'm with verizon. On my note 4, there's an app called FoxFi that allows me to tether on my unlimited data without rooting (android jailbreak). I use tether mainly during power outages when my internet is down. If there's an app or process for this for iPhone without jailbreak?

Thank you for the help!
 

kch50428

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Re: do i need jailbreak to tether?

As long as your service plan includes tethering as a feature, you don't need to jailbreak.
 

eyecrispy

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Re: do i need jailbreak to tether?

Nope. It depends on your carrier and plan. I'm with AT&T and tether all the time.
 

Sherry_B

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Re: do i need jailbreak to tether?

Check with Verizon to see if your plan offers it or if there is a fee. You do not need jailbreak to tether.