How to create a WLAN that only allows access to WhatsApp
Summary
This article explains the configuration steps for creating a WLAN that allows access only to WhatsApp.Question
How do I create a WLAN with Whatsapp access only?Customer Environment
SZ/vSZResolution
To create a WLAN that allows access only to WhatsApp, follow the steps below:
1. Create a URL filtering profile:
b. Under block by category, select custom and select all the fields.
2. Assiging the URL filtering profile to the WLAN.
a. Now, navigate to WLAN and assign the URL filtering profile to the WLAN:
b. Save the changes and now the users connecting to the SSID will only have WattsApp access.
Note: URL filtering licenses must be purchased in order to use the URL filtering feature. You can contact the Ruckus SE team, and they will assist you in obtaining the licenses.
Article Number:
000014522
Updated:
December 24, 2025 04:15 AM (5 months ago)
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Configuration, SmartCell Gateway
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