How to Find Your Saved Wi-Fi Password (All Devices)

You connected to your home Wi-Fi once, years ago, and never needed the password again. Now a guest wants to join, or you are setting up a new TV, and the password is nowhere to be found. The good news: your phone or computer probably still has it saved, and you can usually view it in a few taps.

This guide shows how to find a saved Wi-Fi password on iPhone, Android, Windows 11 and Mac, using the official steps where they exist.

Only for networks you own or have permission to use. These steps reveal passwords already saved on your own device. Do not use them on a shared computer or a network you are not authorized to access.

Quick Summary

iPhone (iOS 16 and later): Settings > Wi-Fi > tap the info button next to the network > Password.
Android: Settings > Network & internet > Internet > tap the network > Share. This shows a QR code; some phones also show the password in text.
Windows 11: Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Manage known networks > select the network > Show.
Mac: Open Keychain Access, find the network name, tick Show password.
Easiest of all: check the sticker on your router. It often lists the default Wi-Fi name and password, unless you changed it.

Before You Start

You can only see passwords for networks your device has already joined.
You will need your device passcode, Face ID, Touch ID, or your computer’s admin or keychain password.
If the password was never saved on any of your devices, you will need to check the router label or log in to the router settings page instead (covered below).

How to Find a Saved Wi-Fi Password on iPhone

Apple says that on iOS 16 and later you can view and copy Wi-Fi passwords after confirming with your passcode, Face ID or Touch ID.

For the network you are connected to now

Open Settings and tap Wi-Fi.
Tap the info button (i) next to your connected network.
Tap the Password field.
Confirm with Face ID, Touch ID or your passcode. The password appears, and you can copy it.

For a network you joined in the past

Open Settings > Wi-Fi and tap Edit in the top-right corner.
Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID or your passcode.
Tap the info button next to a saved network.
Tap the Password field to reveal it.

Using the Passwords app (iOS 18 and later)

Open the Passwords app, authenticate, tap Wi-Fi, choose the network, then tap the password field.

Note: Features and policies may vary by plan, region and app version, and can change at any time. Check the official help center for the latest information.

How to Find a Saved Wi-Fi Password on Android

Android makes this a little less direct. Google’s help page describes sharing a saved network with a QR code, and many phones also display the password in text under the QR code. Menu names may differ slightly by phone brand and version.

Open Settings.
Go to Network & internet, then Internet (on Samsung, Connections > Wi-Fi).
Tap the network you are connected to (or the gear icon next to it).
Tap Share. You will be asked to unlock your phone.
A QR code appears. On many phones the password is printed below it.

If your phone shows only a QR code, another phone can scan it with the camera to join instantly. To read the password itself, you can scan the code with Google Lens or another QR scanner. The text usually looks like WIFI:T:WPA;S:NetworkName;P:password;;, and the part after P: is the password.

Wi-Fi networks you are not currently connected to can be harder to view on Android unless the phone is rooted, which we do not recommend. Use the router label or router settings instead.

Four-panel guide to finding a saved Wi-Fi password on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac

How to Find a Saved Wi-Fi Password on Windows 11

Microsoft’s support page gives two Settings routes. Your PC needs to have the network saved, and the first method works for the network you are connected to.

Method 1: From the connected network

Open Settings and go to Network & internet.
Select Properties for your Wi-Fi connection.
Next to Wi-Fi network password, select Show.

Method 2: From known networks

Go to Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Manage known networks.
Select the network.
Next to Wi-Fi network password, select Show.

Depending on your Windows build, you may not see the Show option for every saved network. If it is missing, the Command Prompt method below can still work.

Optional: Command Prompt

Right-click Start and open Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).
Type netsh wlan show profiles to list saved networks.
Type netsh wlan show profile name="YourNetworkName" key=clear.
Look for Key Content under Security settings. That is the password.

Microsoft’s documentation lists the key=clear option, which shows the security key in plain text, for the netsh wlan commands. Only run this on a PC you own.

Note: Features and policies may vary by plan, region and app version, and can change at any time. Check the official help center for the latest information.

How to Find a Saved Wi-Fi Password on Mac

On a Mac, Wi-Fi passwords are stored in Keychain Access. Apple’s guide for viewing stored items describes the same steps.

Press Command + Space, type Keychain Access and press Return.
If you do not see a list of keychains, choose Window > Keychain Viewer or press Command-1.
Search for your Wi-Fi network name.
Double-click the entry, then tick Show password.
Enter your Mac username and password (or keychain password) when asked.

Which keychain holds the entry (System or iCloud) and the exact prompts can differ by macOS version.

What If You Cannot Find It on Any Device?

Option	How
Router label	Check the sticker for the default network name and password.
Router settings page	Log in using the address and admin login on the label or in the manual. Look for Wireless or Wi-Fi settings.
Ask your internet provider	They can walk you through resetting it for your account.
Factory reset the router	Last resort. It erases all custom settings and disconnects every device.

If you set a new password in the router settings, remember that every device will need to reconnect with it.

Stay Safe When Sharing Wi-Fi Passwords

Use a strong, unique Wi-Fi password and store it in a password manager. See our guide to the best free password managers.
Consider a guest network on your router for visitors, so they never get your main password.
Change the password if you think someone you do not trust has it.
Back up your device first if you plan to reset anything. Here is how to back up your iPhone.

Note: These details come from the company’s own announcements and have not been independently verified by Next DigiTech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see a Wi-Fi password I never saved on my device?

No. A device can only show passwords for networks it has joined and stored.

Is it safe to view a saved Wi-Fi password?

Yes, on your own device. Your phone or computer asks you to confirm your identity first, which stops others from reading it.

Why does my Android phone only show a QR code?

Some versions show the QR code and hide the text. Scan the code with a QR scanner to read the password, or use the router label.

Can I find the password for a Wi-Fi network I used in a cafe?

You can view it on your own device if it was saved, but only use public or private networks with the owner’s permission.

Do these steps work on a work or school laptop?

Often not. Managed devices may hide passwords or block admin tools. Ask your IT team.

The Bottom Line

Most devices keep your Wi-Fi password and will show it after a quick identity check. Start with Settings on iPhone and Windows, the Share option on Android, and Keychain Access on Mac. If all else fails, the router label is your friend.

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