how to check wifi password

how to check wifi password

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To check your Wi-Fi password, the method depends on the device you are using:

On Windows PC

  • If currently connected to the Wi-Fi network:
    1. Open Settings > Network & Internet > Status.
    2. Click Network and Sharing Center.
    3. Click your connected Wi-Fi network name.
    4. Select Wireless Properties > Security tab.
    5. Check the box Show characters to reveal the password in the Network security key field
  • To view passwords of saved Wi-Fi networks (even if not connected):
    1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
    2. Run netsh wlan show profiles to list saved networks.
    3. Run netsh wlan show profile name="WiFiName" key=clear (replace WiFiName with the network name).
    4. Look for Key Content under Security settings for the password

On Android

  • Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
  • Select the connected network.
  • A QR code and the password may be displayed (some devices require additional steps or root access)

On iPhone or iPad

  • Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
  • Tap the info icon (i) next to the connected network.
  • Tap the Password field and authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode to reveal the password

On Router Admin Page

  • Find the router’s IP address (often 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) from your device’s Wi-Fi settings.
  • Enter the IP in a browser and log in with the router’s admin credentials.
  • Navigate to the wireless or Wi-Fi settings to view the password.
  • This requires knowing the admin username and password, which may have been changed from defaults

These methods allow you to retrieve saved Wi-Fi passwords without resetting the network or hacking. Always ensure you have permission to access this information.

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