Dedicated Internet Access and Leased Lines
Many businesses require a resilient and fast internet connection to ensure uninterrupted operations. Dedicated internet access can be the solution for those needs. If you're seeking reliable high-speed broadband, a leased line might be the right choice.
Guaranteed upload and download speeds.
6-hour SLA response times
99.9% reliability
We compare top providers to find you the best dedicated internet access deals.
What Is A Leased Line?
A leased line is a dedicated, hardwired private internet connection that links your business directly to the exchange. Since this connection is exclusive to your business, you won’t have to share it with anyone else.
This ensures consistent upload and download speeds without slowdowns during peak usage times. Whether your business needs a leased line depends on its size and the tasks you perform. If high-speed broadband is vital for your operations, investing in a leased line could be a smart decision.
Why Switch To A Leased Line?
With other broadband options, you may share your connection with multiple locations, which can lead to slower speeds during peak times. A dedicated leased line resolves this issue by providing a connection that is not shared.
In addition to dedicated internet access, leased lines offer enhanced security and a more resilient connection. They are suitable for businesses of all sizes and typically come with service-level agreements that guarantee an uptime of approximately 99.9%.
Getting A Leased Line Quote
Securing a dedicated leased line can be more affordable than you might think. We offer a variety of plans, including customised options to meet specific needs. Our plans feature excellent Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with same-day fixes and symmetrical upload/download speeds, ensuring there is a solution for businesses of all sizes.
Leased Line Deals From £75
Leased Line - FibreLight
Our FibreLight leased line is a great introduction to dedicated internet access made for small businesses.
Up to 1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps) speed
Dedicated internet connection
Symmetric bandwidth
Guaranteed speeds
Static IP address
Next day fix
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Leased Line - FibreBright
Our FibreBright leased line is a great dedicated internet connection for any business.
Up to 10,000 Mbps (10 Gbps) speed
Dedicated internet connection
Symmetric bandwidth
Guaranteed full speed
Static IP address
6-hour fix 24/7
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BTnet Leased Line
BTnet leased line is a great premium leased line with lots of features included for businesses of all sizes.
Up to 1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps) speed
Dedicated internet connection
Cisco Meraki Cyber Security
Guaranteed speeds
Static IP address
5-hour fix time SLA
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Why Get Dedicated Internet Access?
Dedicated internet access is especially beneficial for businesses in the following situations:
- Internet access is critical for your operations, and any downtime would lead to revenue loss
- Multiple users require 24/7 access to the internet
- Your business requires fast and reliable internet connectivity
Upgrading to a leased line simplifies tasks such as uploading data, making video calls, hosting websites, cloud phone lines, using a VPN, and allowing remote users to access your office server. Leased lines can offer speeds ranging from 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps (10,000 Mbps). Additionally, these speeds are symmetrical, meaning your upload and download speeds are the same.
Benefits of Leased Line Broadband
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Guaranteed Speeds
A leased line provides exclusive bandwidth for your business, ensuring speeds that do not slow down during busier periods.
With a dedicated fiber optic line leading directly into your building, you will experience rapid upload and download speeds, ensuring nothing slows your business down.
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Reliability
Leased lines offer resilience and approximately 99.99% reliability to ensure your business remains operational. Many providers include excellent service level agreements as standard with a leased line and will work on-site within 4-6 hours* to restore your connection.
(*Service level agreements vary by provider.)
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Flexible & Scalable
Leased lines can support numerous devices and can grow alongside your business. As leased lines represent industry-leading technology, investing in this broadband solution is a future-proof choice.
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Customer Support
Most leased line providers offer 24/7 customer service, available 365 days a year, ensuring any outages that could impact your business during peak trading seasons are resolved quickly.
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Cyber Security
Leased lines offer a private connection that is not shared with others, reducing the risk of data breaches. Most providers also offer enhanced cybersecurity packages.
Who Could Benefit From A Leased Line Connection?
Many types of businesses can benefit from a leased line, whether you're a solo entrepreneur or managing a large team in an extensive office space.
VoIP Phone Line Users
With the switch to digital phone lines becoming imminent due to the PSTN switch-off, many businesses would benefit from a dedicated internet connection that provides stability and crystal-clear call quality, especially for those making a high volume of calls.
Cloud services
Businesses relying on cloud-based services that are essential for generating revenue are drawn to the security and reliability of a leased line. For instance, companies utilising platforms like Salesforce, Sage, Xero, local hosting, Power BI, or any of the numerous other cloud services will find a leased line to be an essential service.
Hospitality Leased Line
Imagine running a full restaurant when suddenly your broadband connection goes down. This could prevent you from processing card payments, managing bookings, or operating other internet-connected devices, leading to significant revenue loss. A leased line offers 99.9% reliability, helping to mitigate this risk.
Financial Services
Professional traders, where every half-second counts, would greatly benefit from a leased line that offers the fastest and lowest latency connection. Slow speeds could result in losing thousands of pounds.
Leased Line For Streamers
Online streaming has surged in popularity over the past few years and can often become a full-time job. This makes a fast, low-latency connection with near-perfect reliability essential. Dedicated internet connections are particularly sought after by top streamers in the UK.
Dedicated Internet Access and Leased Lines FAQS
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How long does it take to install a leased line?
The installation of a business leased line may take between 30 to 60 days, depending on the work required, the location of your building, and the specific leased line package selected. Typically, installation involves some site work to lay cabling underground; however, we also provide leased line solutions that can connect you without extensive site work, suitable for areas that have difficulty obtaining a connection.
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What's the difference between a leased line and business broadband?
Traditional business broadband is shared among multiple premises, which can result in varying speeds during peak usage times. A dedicated leased line is not shared, providing more reliability, higher levels of customer service, and consistent speeds even during peak hours.
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How much does a leased line cost?
A dedicated leased line can cost between £75 to over £1,000 per month, depending on the area, desired speeds, and service level agreements. Installation is usually free with a long-term contract.
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What types of businesses would benefit from a leased line?
Any business that relies on an internet connection should consider a dedicated leased line. With so many devices connected to the internet in the modern world, it is rare to find a business where connectivity is optional. Here are some examples of business types that benefit from a leased line.
Corporate - solid reliability and security when transferring client information and lots of devices connected where speed is critical to productivity.
Hospitality - if your business relies on an online book system, and takes card payments or online orders, a reliable connection is critical to ensure you’re always operational.
Remote workers - business leased lines may be able to be installed at a private home for remote working subject to a site survey.
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What does SLA mean?
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) define the contractual obligations that a provider must meet during your business broadband contract. These agreements specify expected service standards and response times in the case of an outage. Some providers may also include compensation clauses if they fail to meet SLA terms.
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Can I get leased lines for home?
Yes, a leased line can be installed in a home. Leased lines are very popular with streamers who rely on an internet connection to make money.
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How does a leased line work?
Leased lines offer a direct connection to the exchange. This is the only direct connection available and is a connection delivered by high-performance fibre cables. The entire line is only used by the one business, making it similar to having your own private motorway.
With standard business broadband, whilst you will still get priority over domestic, you will still share the lines and can be suseptable to slower speeds during peak usage hours.