The voucher generator is a built-in tool in most Piso WiFi admin panels. It creates unique access codes that customers enter to get WiFi time. Each code has a set duration, speed limit and expiration date. Vouchers are popular with operators who want a cashless option or run their business from a location without a vendo machine.
This guide shows you how to access the generator, create voucher profiles and print codes for your customers.
What Is the Piso WiFi Voucher System
Instead of inserting coins, customers type a code into the captive portal. The system validates the code and starts a session with the time and speed you configured. One code works for one device. Once the time runs out or the code expires, access stops.
Vouchers solve a few problems that coins cannot. Customers can buy access in advance. Operators can sell vouchers from a separate location. There is no coin jam risk. And you can set exact speed limits per voucher tier.
How to Access the Voucher Generator
- Connect to your Piso WiFi network.
- Open a browser and go to `http://10.0.0.1` or http://10.0.0.0.1.
- Log in with your admin credentials (default: `admin` / `admin`).
- Find Voucher, Voucher Generator or Code Generator in the sidebar or menu.
Creating Voucher Profiles
A voucher profile defines what the customer gets. Set these parameters for each profile:
| Parameter | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | How long the WiFi session lasts | 1 hour, 3 hours, 1 day |
| Speed limit (download) | Maximum download speed per user | 3 Mbps, 5 Mbps |
| Speed limit (upload) | Maximum upload speed per user | 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps |
| Price | What you charge the customer | PHP 5, PHP 10, PHP 20 |
| Validity period | How long the code stays usable before it expires | 7 days, 30 days |
| Quantity | Number of codes to generate | 50, 100, 500 |
Step-by-Step: Generate Vouchers
- Click Create New Profile or Add Voucher in the voucher section.
- Enter the duration (e.g., 2 hours).
- Set download and upload speed limits.
- Set the validity period. A code that is not used within this window becomes invalid.
- Enter how many codes you want to generate (e.g., 100).
- Click Generate. The system creates unique alphanumeric codes.
- The codes appear in a list. Copy them or export to a file.
Setting Price, Duration and Speed Limits
Smart pricing drives revenue. Here are common setups Filipino operators use:
| Voucher Tier | Price (PHP) | Duration | Download Speed | Upload Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 5 | 1 hour | 3 Mbps | 1 Mbps |
| Standard | 10 | 3 hours | 5 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
| Premium | 20 | 8 hours | 10 Mbps | 3 Mbps |
| Daily | 30 | 24 hours | 5 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
| Weekly | 100 | 7 days | 5 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
Adjust based on your ISP speed and number of users. If you have a 50 Mbps connection and cap each user at 5 Mbps, you can handle about 10 simultaneous heavy users.
How to Print Vouchers
Generated codes are useless sitting in the admin panel. You need to get them into customers' hands.
Option 1: Thermal printer. Buy a small receipt printer (PHP 1,500-3,000). Some Piso WiFi software prints directly from the admin panel. Others export a CSV file that you format and print.
Option 2: Paper slips. Copy codes into a Word document or Canva template. Format them as small cards - business card size works well. Print on regular paper and cut.
Option 3: Manual distribution. For small operations, just write codes on sticky notes or send them via SMS. This works when volume is low.
Put your WiFi network name and instructions on each voucher slip. Customers should know which network to connect to and where to enter the code.
Voucher vs Coin-Operated: Which Is Better
| Feature | Voucher System | Coin-Operated |
|---|---|---|
| Setup cost | Lower (no coin acceptor needed) | Higher (coin acceptor + vendo box) |
| Customer convenience | Buy in advance, use anytime | Need exact coins on the spot |
| Operator effort | Generate, print and distribute codes | Collect coins, maintain hardware |
| Revenue tracking | Easy - every code is logged | Harder - must count coins |
| Hardware issues | None (software only) | Coin jams, sensor failures |
| Speed control | Per-voucher speed limits | Global speed limit only (usually) |
| Best for | Boarding houses, small offices | Public areas, stores |
Many operators use both. Coins for walk-in customers. Vouchers for regulars and bulk buyers.
Troubleshooting Voucher Issues
Customer says the code doesn't work. Check if the code has expired (validity period passed) or was already used. Each code works on one device only. Generate a replacement if needed.
Voucher generator page is blank. Your firmware may not support vouchers. Update to the latest version. ADOPiSoft and LPB both include voucher generators in current releases.
Codes are too short and getting guessed. Increase code length in the generator settings. Eight characters or more is recommended. Disable any "easy codes" option.
Printed vouchers are hard to read. Use a clear monospace font for the codes. Avoid characters that look similar (0 vs O, 1 vs l). Some generators let you exclude confusing characters.
Managing Active Vouchers
The admin panel shows all generated vouchers, their status (unused, active, expired) and which device used them. Review this list regularly to spot issues:
- Delete expired batches to keep the list clean.
- Monitor how fast vouchers sell to plan your next batch.
- Check if any codes were used without payment - this means someone is sharing or guessing codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find the voucher generator?
Log in to your admin panel at `http://10.0.0.1` or `http://10.0.0.0.1`. Look for Voucher or Code Generator in the menu.Can I set different prices for different vouchers?
Yes. Create separate voucher profiles with different durations, speeds and prices.How do I print vouchers?
Generate codes in the admin panel, export them and format using a thermal printer, Word template or Canva design. Cut into small slips.Do vouchers work alongside coins?
Yes. Most Piso WiFi machines support both methods simultaneously.What happens when a voucher expires?
The customer loses access. The code becomes invalid and cannot be reused.Related guides: Piso WiFi Pause Time | LPB Piso WiFi | 10.0.0.1 Admin Login