Cellular network

The cellular network makes remote management possible. It lets you update boundaries, monitor livestock, and receive alerts from anywhere. Even without a signal, Nofence keeps animals safely contained through GPS positioning.

Why cellular connectivity matters

Enhanced user experience

A reliable cellular connection helps you get the most out of Nofence. With good coverage, you can check on your animals anytime, react instantly to changes, and make grazing decisions without leaving home.

Operational flexibility

Weather shifts, forage changes, or if a paddock needs rest, cellular connectivity helps you adapt in seconds, not hours. You can update boundaries or move herds right from your phone, keeping your management responsive and efficient.

Peace of mind

Real-time visibility and instant alerts mean you always know where your animals are and if something is wrong. Even when you are not nearby, you can feel confident that your livestock are secure and healthy.

"With Nofence, I can track and contain the herd even in areas where I couldn’t buy a signal with a 400-foot tower."

Bob Spikes Texas

The critical distinction between cellular network and GPS

It is important to know what each part of the system does. When collars are connected to the cellular network, you can move herds or update boundaries in seconds, see each animal's location in real time, and get alerts about escapes or unusual movement. Instead of driving out to make changes or check on animals, you can make informed decisions from anywhere.

The cellular network is required for:

Sending new or updated boundaries to the collars, receiving real-time location updates, getting alerts and notifications, and monitoring animal activity remotely.

The cellular network is not required for:

Collars store the programmed boundary and continuously track position using GPS satellites. Audio warnings and gentle pulses are used to enforce the boundary and keep animals contained within the designated area.

How Nofence handles limited cellular coverage

Each collar has a built-in SIM card that connects directly to the cellular network, with no base station or ground wire needed.

HerdNet™ technology

If some of the collars don't have a signal, Nofence's HerdNet™ system keeps them connected. Collars communicate via Bluetooth, sharing updates within a 160–300 feet range. If just one collar in the group has cellular coverage, it passes updates to the rest.

Offline operation

Once boundaries are stored in the collars, they work even without cellular service. The collars continue enforcing boundaries using GPS, then sync data such as movement logs and alerts once coverage returns.

Network coverage in the US

In the United States, Nofence collars connect automatically to the strongest available network: AT&T, T-Mobile, or (coming spring 2026) Verizon. This multi-network approach ensures the best possible coverage across varied and rural terrain. Cellular coverage is mainly for convenience: updates, alerts, and boundary changes. Thanks to HerdNet™, even weak or intermittent coverage is often enough.

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