Can't use internet with bluetooth connection between iPhone and macbook

My iPhone and my macbook both show that I have a successful bluetooth connection, but I can't use the internet on my macbook.  What might be the problem?

jeb wrote:
My iPhone and my macbook both show that I have a successful bluetooth connection, but I can't use the internet on my macbook.  What might be the problem?
Basic question: Do you have a tethering plan with your carrier? It isn't automatically provisioned; you have to ask for it and pay extra with most carriers. See these tips from Apple:
iOS: Understanding Personal Hotspot
iPhone: Troubleshooting Personal Hotspot

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