Wifi data

I am on the 10c/minute plan.  Please explain the "wifi data" on my plan.  Does that mean I can only use phone w/data at wifi hotspots? or at home?  Thank you for your help. 

The 10 cent plan is for basic and messaging phones only and can't be used with a smartphone.
Data is also pay per use at 1 cent per 5 KB.
If you use wifi at home or public hotspots, it does not use mobile data and you will not be billed.

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