If you have visited Panera Bread and think its coffee is really good, plus the place is comfortable, here’s another reason why you should visit it more often: Let’s know about Panera Bread Wi-Fi. It is one of the few stores and restaurants in the U.S. that offers free Wi-Fi for customers with no need for a password.
You read right, there’s no need for a password to join Panera´s Bread Wi-Fi. Now, keep on reading to find out how to access the network the next time you visit, along with some tips to have the best time at Panera Bread!
Panera Bread
In 1987 the first location of Panera Bread opened in Kirkwood, Missouri. After that, it became the first restaurant to display its calories and added sugar information on the menus and fountain beverages at self-serve stations. It removed artificial trans-fat, preservatives, flavors, sweeteners, and colors. Also, it labeled menu items with a low-carbon footprint to help customers reduce their global footprint, and, for 2050, hopes to become a Climate Positive Place.
A proof of its genuine hospitality is that it offers free Wi-Fi to customers and you’re about to learn how to gain access to it!
How To Access Panera Bread Wi-Fi?
- Open your default web browser and wait for the Panera Brad Welcome page to appear on the screen.
- Accept the Terms of Use Agreement on the check box.
- Click on the button that reads “Go online”.
And just like that, you have joined Panera Bread’s free Wi-Fi!
How To Enable Wireless Adapter?
Most laptops require their wireless adapter to be enabled to access the network, so if you plan on accessing through your laptop, here is how to enable it:
- Go to the Control Panel on your laptop.
- Go to Network and Internet.
- Select Network and Sharing Center.
- Select Change Adapter Settings that is the left column of the page.
- Make a right-click on Wireless Network Connection and wait for the pop-up menu.
- Select Enable.
Risks Of Joining Public Wi-Fi
An undeniable question that arises at the opportunity of getting free Wi-Fi from a public place such as a restaurant is if the network provided is really secure. Sadly the answer is no. This doesn’t imply that the restaurant is setting you up to get cybernetically robbed, but places with free Wi-Fi are preferred by hackers to steal people’s passwords and any important information. Likewise, malware can be easily distributed through free Wi-Fi. In face of these scenarios, you are encouraged to secure your devices and information by following these tips:
- Have your devices protected by an updated antivirus. This will not only keep you secured from data-stealing but also from viruses, malware, and spyware, besides the fact that an antivirus protects your data and stops unauthorized connections.
- Check how authentic a network is by reading carefully its name and/or asking for an employee’s help.
- Don’t share any sensitive information like passwords, bank details, or personal documents. Also, refrain from doing any banking transaction while connected to public Wi-Fi.
- Avoid visiting web pages that the web browser classifies as not secure.
- Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) when browsing to secure the network against data stealers and hackers. You can download a VPN application easily on your laptop.
- Just in case, refrain from downloading or installing any apps or software while using Panera Bread’s Wi-Fi.
“Extended Wi-Fi”
If you think that Panera Bread letting you access its wireless network for free is cool, you’re definitely going to love its extended Wi-Fi campaign.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the confinement of students and workers, Panera Bread designed a way to grant parents a moment of peace by extending its Wi-Fi radius beyond the store’s doors, so they can pick a coffee at the drive-thru and enjoy it in the restaurant’s parking lot without losing connection.
More Of Panera’s Strategies
Another strategy that the restaurant has launched to increase the number of people joining its coffee subscription is the following: In September of 2020, Panera Bread announced that it would cover the cost of Wi-Fi for a month of the first 2,020 people who subscribed. Whilst for those who joined after the cutoff (during the week of launching) the brand offered them the possibility to gain free coffee for a month and a baked gift.
Panera Subscriptions
The Unlimited Sip Club of Panera Bread is a kind of subscription offered by the restaurant. It consists of letting you choose a beverage which you can enjoy every two hours while staying on the bakery-café. It includes free refills and is available at any participating U.S. location. The subscription self-renews each month for $8.99. However, you must be a member of the Panera Bread rewards program to subscribe.
Panera Bread Menu
After all this information you might feel tempted to visit the restaurant, so here’s some signature treats and beverages you should try the next time!
- Frontega Chicken panini for $7.99.
- Roasted Turkey and Avocado premium sandwich for $8.99.
- Sierra Turkey sandwich for $7.39.
- Chicken Tortellini Alfredo pasta for $8.39.
- Vegetarian Creamy Tomato soup for $4.39 the cup.
- Cinnamon Crunch bagel for $1.34.
- Iced Caramel Latté for $3.99.
- Skinny Cafe Mocha for $3.99.
- Low-Fat Mango smoothie for $4.39.
Conclusion
As you see, having free access to the internet is a great strategy that places like Panera Bread have perfected over the years. This convenient service, however, must not be used without caution since being a victim of cybercrime is the last thing a person deserves to be while sipping from a tasty coffee such as the one Panera Bread serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Panera Bread?
Panera Bread works in both the United States and Canada, with more than 2,000 locations in total.
How can I subscribe to the Unlimited Sip Club?
If you’re already a member of its rewards program, you can subscribe through Panera Bread app.
