What is Scan for Points? How does it work?

What is Scan for Points? How does it work?

Scan for Points is a gamified feature that incentivizes end-users to actively contribute to the development and improvement of the World Mobile Network. While scanning, your phone connects to the nearest available network and collects data such as ping, download and upload speeds. This data is then used by us to ensure the rollout of our network happens in the places where meaningful connectivity is most needed.

As you scan you are awarded points, based on the location of your scan. Hexes that haven't been scanned before are worth the most points. Hexes you have scanned are marked in green. As you scan, the app will trigger a heartbeat when you enter a new hex. Each heartbeat will mark these hexes as pending. When we confirm the scanned hex, you will be awarded the corresponding points available for that hex and the hex will turn to green.

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    • Where can I get Scan for Points?

      On Android? You can find Scan For Points on our World Mobile application here

    • Can I Scan for Points while flying?

      No, due to limited cellular connectivity as well as the speed of a moving aircraft Scan for Points will not gather sufficient data. You will be traveling too fast over a hex during the testing time period, therefore it will fail the scan and any ...

    • How much data does Scan for Points use?

      Scan for Points uses approximately 2-4 KB of data per heartbeat. The actual data usage may vary depending on your Scan Settings, location and the networks detected in your area. The more you scan, the more data you consume.

    • Is the Scan for Points app available on iOS?

      As of January 2025 the Scan For Points application is currently only available on Android. We hear you iOS! We are working diligently to launch across Apple devices when available. We will keep you updated here and across our website and social media ...

    • Where can I scan?

      Anywhere in the world! From your backyard, to your favorite places, Scan For Points enables you to help gather vital information to help grow the World Mobile network worldwide.