How to view the Wi-Fi password on a 10 Series TV (10 ke): all working methods

If you forgot your home Wi-Fi network password, but it is saved on 10th series TV (For example, LG OLED10, Samsung QN90C 2023 or Sony X90K), it can be removed without resetting the router. In this article - All legal methods for Smart TVs on webOS, Tizen, and Google TV/Android TV platforms, including hidden engineering settings menus and alternative solutions.

Important: The methods differ depending on manufacturer And firmware versionsFor example, on LG webOS 23 the path to the network settings may differ radically from Samsung Tizen 7.0We'll cover options for all popular brands and explain why some methods (like "viewing your password in settings") stopped working after the 2022–2026 updates.

Warning: attempts to hack other people's networks or use password guessing programs (Wifi WPS WPA Tester, Aircrack-ng) are illegal in most countries. This article is exclusively dedicated to restore access to your network through the legal functions of the TV.

1. Why can't I just look at the password in the Wi-Fi settings on my TV 10?

On TVs Episode 10 (and newer) manufacturers have removed the ability to view saved passwords from the interface. This is for security reasons: if an attacker gains physical access to the TV, they won't be able to immediately see your network password.

Previously (before 2020) on many models Samsung And LG the password was displayed in the menu Settings → Network → Wi-Fi → [Your network] → Show passwordNow you'll see this instead:

• 🔒 Stars instead of symbols (for example, ••••••••).
• 🚫 Message"The password is hidden for security reasons."
• 🔄 The "Edit" button, but without the ability to view the current password.

The exception is televisions on Android TV/Google TV (For example, Sony X80K or Xiaomi TV A2). Sometimes a workaround works for them through developer menu, but it requires additional manipulation.

2. Method 1: Viewing the password through the engineering menu (for LG and Samsung)

On TVs LG 10 ke (For example, OLED10C1, Nano85 2023) and some models Samsung (series QN90C, CU8000) there is a hidden engineering menu, where you can find network information, including the password. This method doesn't work on all firmware versions, but it's worth a try.

Instructions for LG webOS:

1. Turn off the TV using the remote control.
2. Press and hold the button on the remote control Settings (⚙️) and, without releasing it, turn on the TV with the button Power.
3. Hold Settings another 5-7 seconds until the menu appears Service Menu.
4. Go to the section Network → Wi-Fi → Saved Networks.
5. Select your network - the password may appear in the field Password or PSK.

Instructions for Samsung Tizen:

1. Enter the following sequence on the remote control: Mute → 1 → 8 → 2 → Power (the TV must be turned off).
2. In the engineering menu, select Control → Sub Option → Wi-Fi.
3. Find the line Security Key - this is the password.

Disconnect the TV from the network (for 10 seconds)

Use the original remote control (not universal)

Record all actions on video (in case of error)

Do not change other settings in the Service Menu.

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⚠️ Attention: Incorrect actions in the engineering menu may lead to reset TV settings or blocking the Wi-Fi moduleIf you are not sure, skip this method.

3. Method 2: Using the SmartThings app (for Samsung)

If your TV Samsung 10 series (For example, QN90C, CU7000) connected to the account Samsung AccountYou can try to extract the Wi-Fi password through the app. SmartThings on a smartphone. This method doesn't always work, but it's worth a try.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Install the application SmartThings on the phone (Android or iOS).
2. Log in using the same account as on your TV.
3. Go to the section Devices → [Your TV] → Settings (⚙️).
4. Select Network → Wi-Fi.
5. If your TV is connected to a network, there may be a button next to the network name. Show password (not available on all versions of the app).

Alternative route:

• 📱 In SmartThings open Menu → Notifications → Connection History.
• 🔍 Find the "Connected to Wi-Fi [network name]" event and tap on it.
• 🔑 Sometimes the password is displayed in the connection details.

⚠️ Attention: Samsung regularly updates the app. SmartThings, and the password viewing feature may disappear. If it's missing from your version, check for updates or try another method.

4. Method 3: Connecting via WPS (if the router supports it)

If your router (For example, TP-Link Archer C6, Keenetic Ultra, ASUS RT-AX88U) supports technology WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect your TV to the network without entering a password and then remove it via router personal account.

How does this work:

1. On your TV, go to Settings → Network → Wi-Fi → Add network → WPS.
2. Press the button on the router WPS (usually it is located on the back panel).
3. The TV will connect to the network automatically (without a password).
4. Now go to router personal account (via a browser on a PC or phone at the address 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
5. In the section Wi-Fi → Security Settings or Wireless Mode → Security You will see the current password.

5. Method 4: Export network settings (for Android TV/Sony)

TVs on Android TV or Google TV (For example, Sony X90K, Xiaomi TV A2 2023) allow export Wi-Fi configuration into a file that can then be read on a PC. This method requires additional steps, but it works reliably.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the TV developer mode:
   • Go to Settings → About TV → Software version.
   • Click on the line with the version 7 times, until the message "You have become a developer" appears.

adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

<string name="PreSharedKey">Your_password</string>

⚠️ Attention: On TVs Sony with firmware Google TV 12+ The file path may differ. If the command doesn't work, try:

adb shell su -c"cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml" > wifi_password.txt

(required) root rights, which are difficult to get on TV).

6. Method 5: Alternative solutions (if nothing helps)

If none of the above methods worked, there are still workarounds, not directly related to television:

• 📱 View your password on another device:
  • On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → Wi-Fi → [Your network] → Share (PIN or fingerprint required).
  • On iPhone: Settings → Wi-Fi → [Your network] → Show password (Face ID/Touch ID required).
  • On Windows 10/11: do it in Command line:

    netsh wlan show profile name="[network name]" key=clear

    The password will be in the line Key content.

• 🖥️ Resetting the router (extreme case):
  • Click the button Reset on the router (usually it is recessed and requires a paper clip).
  • Hold it for 10-15 seconds until the indicators flash.
  • Connect to the network using the default password (indicated on the router sticker).
• 📞 Contacting your provider:
  • If the router was issued by the provider (for example, Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline), call support - they can provide you with a password based on your contract details.

7. Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to retrieve a Wi-Fi password from a TV, users often encounter serious problems. Here are the most common ones and their solutions:

Another typical mistake is trying to use Universal Wi-Fi hacking software (like Wifi Hacker or WPA WPS Tester). These applications:

• 🚫 Doesn't work on modern routers WPA3.
• 📵 Required root rights on TV (which is almost impossible to get).
• ⚖️ They violate the law (in Russia - Article 272 of the Criminal Code "Unauthorized access to computer information").

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions