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In addition to a fast, easy and affordable Home Internet, every plan includes: Fizz Wi-Fi modem rental The Fizz Wi-Fi app, which includes: Scheduled pause Integrated speed test Band steering Learn more about the Fizz Wi-Fi app
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I’m outside my coverage zone and my mobile data isn’t working. Why?
When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area, you will be able to use data, and send/receive texts when you travel outside your coverage zone. To make and receive calls, you can use messaging apps such as WhatsApp or Messenger. Please note that the use of certain applications may be prohibited in some countries. Note: Charges may apply to use your phone while you are outside your coverage zone. See: I’m travelling outside Canada. What are my roaming options? When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area and using your phone, you must connect to an available local mobile network that is compatible with your phone. Troubleshooting: Is there mobile data in your plan? If your plan does not include data, you will not be able to connect to the Fizz mobile internet network. 1. You can adjust your plan to extend you data coverage to all Canada or Canada+US : this change comes into effect at the start of your next billing cycle. 2. You can also add data to your plan and use them right away by buying a Travel data Add-on. 3. Remember that you can also access the internet by connecting to a WiFi network. 4. If you are travelling, depending on the country you are visiting, you may be able to add money to your wallet to pay as you go. For more details, consult this FAQ : I’m travelling outside my coverage zone. What are my roaming options? Is your mobile data activated? Activate mobile data on your phone. Your phone has a software switch that allows you to connect or disconnect from the Fizz mobile network. By doing this, you can allow or prevent your phone from using mobile data. The steps to follow to enable your phone to use mobile
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My Internet service is not working. What do I do?
Your Wi-Fi network is not optimal, it’s slow or it cuts. Click here. Activate your modem and check your plan If your Home Internet plan is brand-new and you received your modem by mail, login to your account at Fizz.ca and activate your modem to enjoy the speed associated with your plan. How to activate my modem If a technician came by to install your modem, then no need for you to activate your modem. The technician did it for you. Restart your Wi-Fi modem Unplug the power cable on your Wi-Fi modem. Make sure all the lights on the modem are off once you have unplugged it. Wait ten (10) seconds. Plug your modem back into the electrical outlet. Expect a three (3) minute delay to allow your devices to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network. Recommendation: It is more effective to restart your Wi-Fi modem by unplugging its power cable instead of pressing its power button. Check the status of the LEDs on your Wi-Fi modem A list of the lights of your Wi-Fi modem and the different possible states: Display 🔌 Power 🟢 On (Lit): The modem has power. 🔁 Blinking: The modem is not powered. ⚪ Off: The modem does not have power. ⬇️ Downstream 🔁 Blinking: The modem is searching for the downstream frequency. 🟢 On (Lit): Downstream frequency is locked (1 channel only). 🟢🟢 On (Lit): Downstream frequency is locked (channel bonding). ⚪ Off: Not scanning. ⬆️ Upstream 🔁 Blinking: The modem is searching for the upstream frequency. 🟢 On (Lit): Upstream frequency is locked (1 channel only). 🟢🟢 On (Lit): Upstream frequency is locked (channel bonding). ⚪ Off: Not scanning. 🌐 Online 🔁 Blinking: The modem is establishing a connection with the Fizz network. 🟢 On (Lit): Modem is operational. ⚪ Off: Modem is
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How to contact Fizz and get help.
Our services and tools are designed to empower our members. If you’re stuck, there are several options available to you, 24/7. Important: The forum is a great place to get tips and advice but know that you are interacting with members, and not Fizz directly. It is therefore imperative that you do not publish your personal information. The FAQ Answers to the most frequently asked questions are included, of course. This is the very definition of an FAQ. But the troubleshooting steps are also very popular, and you’ll find them a useful guide. Visit the FAQ https://fizz.ca/en/solutions Exchanging with Fizz Are you stuck? Look for the green conversation bubble in the bottom right-hand corner of our FAQ or support page. It’s your gateway to available channels to contact us. Good to know: - Our communication channels are asynchronous, a bit like social media, for example. You post your question or requested info in the conversation and an agent will respond. Exchanges are not in real time. - Only our chat service is a secure channel. If the intervention involves the exchange of personal info, such as your account number, please contact us by chat. Exchanging via the Fizz Wi-Fi app You use the Fizz Wi-FI app with your Home Internet plan. It’s your go-to tool to manage your Wi-Fi network from anywhere, diagnose and fix issues, as well as optimize and secure your Wi-Fi signal. But did you know that if you need further assistance, you can reach us directly on the app? Just make sure the network scan is completed first. All the details are here: https://fizz.ca/en/faq/how-can-fizz-wi-fi-app-help-me
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I’ve unsubscribed. How do I return my Wi-Fi modem?
Due to the current context at Canada Post, there may be additional delays in receiving the return of your Fizz modem. Rest assured that your cancellation request will be processed without any issues. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Before we get into the swing of things, know that based on the date you unsubscribe from your Home Internet plan: You have 15 days to return your Fizz Wi-Fi modem (and its power cable). Failure to do so means you will be automatically charged the modem replacement fee, as per your Services agreement. If you are charged this amount but do end up sending us back the modem, then no worries, you will be automatically refunded. Once your modem is returned, it will take (approximately) 4-6 weeks to receive, if applicable, your prorated refund for the monthly fee you paid based on the days left, if any, in your payment cycle. Pack the modem carefully Important: Make sure that nothing is taped on the modem, and its barcode is legible. Find a box that is not too big to make sure the modem is snug and not tossed around. A box of size 12 ¼ x 9 ¼ x 5 ¼ inches is ideal. The box must also be sufficiently sturdy, so the modem is well protected. Canada Post has guidelines on the best way to wrap a package for shipping . Have your return ID number handy Download, print or write down your return ID number. Canada Post will need this number to print your free return label. Hint: The return ID number is written right under the barcode: There are two ways to find your return ID number: In the confirmation email you received when you unsubscribed from Fizz. In your Fizz account: Once signed in, go to
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My Wi-Fi network is not working. It’s slow or it cuts. What do I do?
Issues with your Internet? Download our Fizz Wi-Fi app from the App Store or Google Play. Select Network Analysis in the tool section of the app to diagnose and fix issues with your Wi-Fi network. Reminder: Use the same credentials as your Fizz account to log into the app. Open the Fizz Wi-Fi app To download the Fizz Wi-Fi app: @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .card {padding:16px!important;} .card .btn {display: block!important;width: 100%;} } .card, .card * { box-sizing: border-box; } .card p {margin:0;padding:0;line-height:24px} .card h6 {margin-bottom:4px;line-height:24px} .card .btn {margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;} .card .app {margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:0px;} .card .caption {margin-top:16px;font-size:12px;line-height:16px;} .card { background:#BAEAFA; border-radius: 6px; padding: 24px; display: flex; margin-bottom:48px; align-items: flex-start; justify-content: flex-start; position: relative; box-shadow:0px 1px 4px 0px rgba(25, 25, 25, 0.15); } You internet connexion is not working at all? Click here. If your speed is below 1 Mbps, your modem is likely in courtesy mode before activation. In this case, complete the activation by following the steps below. Activate your modem If your Home Internet plan is brand-new and you received your modem by mail, login to your account at Fizz.ca and activate your modem to enjoy the speed associated with your plan. How to activate my modem If a technician came by to install your modem, then no need for you to activate your modem. The technician did it for you. Restart your Wi-Fi modem 1. Unplug the power cable on your Wi-Fi modem. 2. Make sure all the lights on the modem are off once you have unplugged it. 3. Wait ten (10) seconds. 4. Plug your modem back into the electrical outlet. Expect a three (3) minute delay to allow your devices to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network Recommendation: It is more effective to restart your Wi-Fi modem by unplugging its power cable instead of pressing its
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Which payment methods can I use?
To pay for your plan To pay for your monthly Fizz plans, please use: A Visa or Mastercard credit card A Visa Debit or Mastercard debit card Good to know: Since Fizz is a prepaid provider of mobile, Internet, and TV services, a credit check is not required when you subscribe. How to add a payment method to my Fizz account * A pre-paid Visa or Mastercard (example: Vanilla card) can be used to make a payment, but only for one-time payments Rec urrent monthly payments cannot be planned with a Vanilla prepaid card. Each month, you must make a one-time payment to pay for the upcoming month, otherwise your services will remain unpaid and may be suspended. Please note that the total amount of your bill must be paid in a single transaction — it cannot be split between multiple credit cards. Here’s how: Wait at the end of your payment cycle when your monthly payment fails. You’ll receive an email and a message in your Fizz account will indicate the deadline by which your payment must be made, i.e. within the next 72 hours. Sign in to your account > My plans. Click on the “Proceed to payment” button and follow the steps. You unfortunately CANNOT use: American Express (Amex), Dinners and others credit cards A debit card (except Visa or Mastercard debit cards) Funds from your Fizz Wallet (where available) To buy a phone If you’re buying a Fizz phone, you can pay it in total upfront using one of the same payment methods listed above to pay for your plan. If paying upfront is not your thing, paying later with Affirm is possible. Affirm is a Canadian company that offers plans to spread the cost of a purchase over several payments. Affirm must approve your request
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How do I access the Internet from my phone?
Make sure you are in an area covered by our service. View network coverage maps If you are outside of Fizz's coverage area, you may still be able to use your mobile data by connecting to our WAN. How to access the extended network If you are outside the Fizz coverage area, your phone is probably in roaming mode. Options for using data while roaming Is there data in your plan? Make sure you have mobile data in your plan. My Plans. If there is no data in your plan, you will not be able to access the Fizz mobile Internet network. You can change your plan to add data. This change will take effect come your next payment cycle. Other options: Buy an Add-on which will allow you to use its data right away. Connect to a Wi-Fi network. Is your data enabled? Your phone has a software switch that allows you to grant or deny access to the Fizz mobile Internet network. By doing so, you allow, or not, your phone to use mobile data. The procedure for allowing the use of mobile data may vary from one phone to another. Here are two examples: Android: Settings → Mobile Network → Mobile Data iPhone: Settings → Cellular network → Cellular data If you're outside your coverage area: You may need to enable mobile data while roaming as well. The steps to enable data roaming may vary from phone to phone. Here are two examples: Android: Connection → Mobile Network → Roaming iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Options → Data Roaming Options for using data while roaming Is Wi-Fi disabled? A phone may attempt to connect exclusively with Wi-Fi when Wi-Fi is turned on. Disable Wi-Fi, at least temporarily, to use mobile