why is my WiFi hotspot not working?

[DaBombdotcom2]

So,I download a free WiFi hotspot app...2 actually... Didn't work... On...but didn't show up on WiFi search on other devices...why?

 

[hallux]

Welcome.

Are you paying for hotspot from your provider? If so, the built-in functionality should work, you shouldn't need a 3rd-party app. You don't say what device or OS you have but word on the street is that Nougat is blocking FoxFi.