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Whitebox Data Usage

Last updated 6 months ago

To test your broadband performance, the Whitebox uses some of your bandwidth, but only while you’re not using the internet. This means it won’t interfere with your internet experience.

It shouldn’t be using much of your data, but its data usage really depends on the tests your Whitebox is running. You can find out exactly how much bandwidth it consumes in your account dashboard. Go to the Bytes used for tests widget to view your recent Whitebox bandwidth consumption.

If you’re concerned your Whitebox is using too much data – particularly if you have data caps on your home broadband service – we will be happy to assist you; contact us at .

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