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Cobot Integration

Sync WiFi credentials with Cobot coworking memberships using OAuth and webhooks for real-time provisioning, plan-based access control, and multi-space support.

Overview​

The Cobot integration enables:

  • Automatic member sync from Cobot to IronWifi
  • Plan-based access control
  • Real-time provisioning via webhooks
  • Multi-space support for networks

Prerequisites​

  • IronWifi account with WPA-Enterprise configured
  • Cobot account with admin access
  • Cobot OAuth application credentials

Cobot Setup​

Create OAuth Application​

  1. Log in to Cobot admin
  2. Go to Setup > OAuth applications
  3. Click New OAuth Application
  4. Configure:
    • Name: IronWifi Integration
    • Redirect URI: (from IronWifi connector setup)
    • Scopes: read_memberships, read_members
  5. Save and note:
    • Client ID
    • Client Secret

Configure Webhooks​

  1. In Cobot, go to Setup > Webhooks
  2. Add webhook URL from IronWifi
  3. Select events:
    • Membership confirmed
    • Membership cancelled
    • Member updated

IronWifi Configuration​

Step 1: Add Cobot Connector​

  1. Log in to IronWifi Console
  2. Navigate to Connectors
  3. Click Add Connector > Cobot

Step 2: OAuth Authorization​

  1. Enter your Cobot subdomain
  2. Click Authorize with Cobot
  3. Log in to Cobot and approve access
  4. IronWifi receives OAuth tokens

Step 3: Configure Settings​

Sync Options:

  • Import Existing Members: Sync current members
  • Auto-provision: Create accounts for new members
  • Auto-deprovision: Remove access when membership ends
  • Sync Interval: Fallback polling interval

Plan Mapping​

Map Cobot membership plans to IronWifi groups:

Cobot PlanIronWifi GroupAccess
Day Passdaypass24-hour access
Flexflex10 days/month
Full TimefulltimeUnlimited
TeamteamUnlimited + guests

Configuration Steps​

  1. In connector settings, click Plan Mapping
  2. Select IronWifi group for each Cobot plan
  3. Set any additional attributes:
    • Bandwidth limits
    • Session duration
    • VLAN assignment

Member Provisioning​

Automatic Workflow​

  1. New member joins via Cobot
  2. Membership confirmed (payment processed)
  3. Webhook triggers IronWifi sync
  4. User account created
  5. Welcome email sent with credentials

Credential Delivery​

Email Template:

Hi {{name}},

Welcome to {{space_name}}!

Your WiFi credentials:
Network: {{ssid}}
Username: {{email}}
Password: {{password}}

For easy setup: {{profile_url}}

See you soon!
{{space_name}} Team

Multi-Space Configuration​

For organizations with multiple Cobot spaces:

Setup​

  1. Add connector for each Cobot space
  2. Or use single connector with space mapping:
Cobot SpaceIronWifi Network
Downtowndowntown-wifi
Eastsideeastside-wifi
Remote Hubremote-wifi

Cross-Space Access​

Configure member access across spaces:

  • Home Space Only: Access to assigned space
  • All Spaces: Roaming across network
  • Plan-Based: Access based on plan level

Access Tracking​

Usage Reporting​

Track member WiFi usage:

  • Connection times
  • Data consumption
  • Device types
  • Session history

Integration with Cobot​

Optionally sync usage data back to Cobot:

  • Display WiFi usage in member profile
  • Generate usage reports
  • Bill for excessive usage

Troubleshooting​

OAuth Authorization Failed​

  1. Verify Cobot subdomain is correct
  2. Check OAuth app is properly configured
  3. Ensure redirect URI matches
  4. Try re-authorizing

Members Not Syncing​

  1. Check membership status in Cobot
  2. Verify webhook is configured
  3. Review connector logs
  4. Test webhook delivery

Access Issues​

  1. Confirm user exists in IronWifi
  2. Verify group assignment
  3. Check credentials
  4. Test authentication manually

Best Practices​

  1. Use webhooks for real-time sync
  2. Test with trial member first
  3. Map all active plans before launch
  4. Document for staff troubleshooting
  5. Regular monitoring of sync status