How to find the Wi-Fi password on a Xiaomi phone: all the working methods

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the router is in an awkward location to turn it over and read the sticker? Or do you need to connect a new device, but all you have is your smartphone? Xiaomi? This situation is familiar to many people, especially if someone else (a provider, a neighbor, a relative) set up the network. Fortunately, on phones Redmi, POCO or Mi There are several ways to extract a saved Wi-Fi password—without root access, a computer, or complex manipulations.

In this article you will find 5 current methods, including official ones (via settings MIUI) and alternatives (using a file manager or third-party utilities). We'll also look at why some methods stopped working after updates. Android 10+, and how to bypass restrictions. Important: All instructions have been tested on firmware MIUI 12–14 and are relevant for models from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14.

We warn you in advance: if you are trying to hack someone else's network, this is illegally (Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). Our article is only for the legal restoration of access to his own network for which the password was lost.

1. Standard method: password in Wi-Fi settings (MIUI 12 and newer)

Starting from MIUI 12 (base - Android 10 and above), Xiaomi Added the ability to view passwords for saved networks directly in the Wi-Fi menu. This is the simplest method, but it doesn't work on all models and firmware versions. Here's how to check:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.

2. Click on the name of your network (connected or saved).

3. Tap on the icon Share (QR code or arrow icon).

4. The system will ask for confirmation. PIN code, fingerprint or pattern. Enter it.

5. A text password will appear under the QR code. You can copy it or show it in full (click on the eye).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global (for the European market) the "Share" option may be missing. Also, this method does not work if the network was connected via WPS or Wi-Fi Direct.

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If this method doesn't work, don't worry. Below we'll discuss more universal methods, including accessing system files.

2. Viewing the password through the wpa_supplicant.conf file (without root)

On Android Wi-Fi network passwords are stored in an encrypted file wpa_supplicant.confPreviously, it could be opened with any file manager, but with Android 9+ Access has been restricted. However, there is a workaround—via the built-in file explorer. MIUI:

1. Install file manager (For example, Mi File Explorer or Solid Explorer).

2. Open the manager and go to the following path:

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/

   ⚠️ Attention: On some models the path may be different. If the folders WifiConfigStore No, try: /data/misc/wifi/ or /data/vendor/wifi/

3. Find the file wpa_supplicant.conf and open it with a text editor.

4. Look for blocks like:

   network={
   ssid="Your_Network_Name"
   psk="your_password"
   key_mgmt=WPA-PSK
   }

   The password is specified in the line psk=.

Problems and solutions:

• 🔒 No access to the folder? Try using ADB (instructions in the next section) or a file manager with root rights.
• 📱 Is the file empty? This means that passwords are stored in encrypted form (typical for Android 11+). Try the method with ADB.
• 🔍 You don't see the folder data? Enable display of hidden files in the manager settings.

3. Using ADB to retrieve password (without root)

ADB (Android Debug Bridge) — is a debugging tool that allows you to execute commands on your phone from your computer. It can be used to obtain a Wi-Fi password, even if the file wpa_supplicant.conf encrypted. Instructions:

Step 1. Preparation:

• 🖥️ Download ADB Tools for Windows/Mac/Linux.
• 📱 Turn on your phone Developer mode (tap 7 times MIUI version V Settings → About phone).
• 🔧 In Settings → Advanced → For developers activate USB debugging.

Step 2. Connection and commands:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (select the mode File transfer).

2. Open a command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with adb.

3. Execute the commands in order:

   adb devices

   (your device name should appear)

   adb shell
   su -c "cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/wpa_supplicant.conf"

What to do if:

• ❌ Team su doesn't work? This means your phone isn't rooted. Try this alternative command:

  adb shell cmd wifi list_networks

  (will show a list of networks, but not passwords).

• 🔐 Password required for su? On standard firmware MIUI Root is disabled. Use other methods.

Why might ADB not show the password?

Starting with Android 10, Google has tightened its security policy. Wi-Fi passwords are stored encrypted in the system storage. Keystore, and extracting them without root is practically impossible. However, on some firmware versions (such as custom ones), this method still works.

4. Wi-Fi Password Viewer Apps (with caveats)

IN Google Play There are dozens of apps that promise to reveal Wi-Fi passwords, for example, WiFi Password Viewer, WiFi Key Recovery or Network Info IIBut there is important nuances:

🚨 Warning: Most apps are root-less won't be able to show the password on modern versions of MIUIThey either display empty fields or show asterisks instead of symbols. The only exception is if the phone already rooted or it works on a very old firmware (Android 8 and below).

If you still decide to use such utilities:

1. Check reviews (many apps haven't been updated in years).
2. Do not grant permission to access SMS, contacts, or geolocation.
3. After using the app, uninstall it as it may become a security breach.

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5. Alternative methods: if nothing helps

If all the above methods do not work, there are radical (but working) options:

• 🔄 Resetting the router. Click the button Reset on the back of the router (hold for 10-15 seconds). The password will be reset to the factory default (indicated on the sticker). Minus: You will have to configure the network again.
• 📞 Call the provider. If the router was issued by the provider (for example, Rostelecom or MTS), call support - they can tell you the password using the contract number.
• 💻 View on another device. If a laptop is connected to the network Windows, the password can be found out through Control Panel → Network Connections → Wireless Network → Properties → Security.
• 🛠️ Rooting the phone. Unlocking the bootloader and gaining root access will give you access to all system files. Risk: loss of warranty and possible bricking of the phone.

⚠️ Attention: If you decide to root Xiaomi, please note:

• On new models (Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12) unlocking the bootloader requires waiting 7 days after submitting an application to Mi Unlock Tool.
• After rooting, some functions (eg. Google Pay or banking apps) may stop working.
• Updates MIUI by air (OTA) will become unavailable.

6. How to protect your Wi-Fi from future password leaks

Now that you've regained access, it's time to make sure you don't lose your password again. Here's how: 5 practical tips:

• 📝 Save your password in a safe place. Use password managers (Keepass, Bitwarden) or write it down in a notebook (but not on a sticker on the router!).
• 🔐 Change the factory password. Standard combinations like admin or 12345678 are easily hacked. Use 12+ characters with letters, numbers and signs.
• 📱 Set up a backup connection. IN MIUI can be created QR code for the network (in the Wi-Fi settings) and save its photo in the cloud.
• 🔄 Enable periodic password change. In the router settings (192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) you can set up automatic key change once a month.
• 🚫 Disable WPS. This feature is vulnerable to brute-force attacks. In the router control panel, find WPS and deactivate it.

💡 Useful life hack: If you have a router Xiaomi Mi Router, you can see the password in the application Mi Wi-Fi (chapter Network settings). This works even if the phone is not connected to this network.

Additional protection: Set up guest network For friends and IoT devices (smart bulbs, cameras). This way, you won't share your master password, and the guest network will have limited access to local resources.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Wi-Fi passwords on Xiaomi

❓ Is it possible to find out the password for a Wi-Fi network my phone has connected to before but is not connected to now?

Yes, but only if the network is saved in the phone's memory. Use the method with wpa_supplicant.conf or ADB — The configuration file stores data on all saved networks, even inactive ones. If a network is removed from the list, it will not be possible to recover the password.

❓ Why is there no wpa_supplicant.conf file on my Xiaomi?

Starting from Android 10 And MIUI 12, Xiaomi moved password storage to a secure vault. The file may have a different name (for example, WiFiConfigStore.xml) or be in another folder (/data/vendor/wifi/). Also some firmware (for example, MIUI EU) encrypt this file.

❓ Does the QR code method work on all Xiaomi models?

The Share (QR code) feature has been added to MIUI 12 and works on most modern models (Redmi Note 10/11/12, Xiaomi 11/12/13/14). However, on budget devices (for example, Redmi A1) or old firmware (MIUI 11 and below) this option may not be available. It is also missing on firmware for the European market (MIUI Global) due to restrictions Google.

❓ Is it possible to find out my neighbor's Wi-Fi password using Xiaomi?

No, unless you are connected to its network. All methods in this article only work for networks to which the phone has already connected before. Attempting to hack into other people's networks is illegal and may result in your device being blocked or legal liability.

❓ After updating MIUI, all methods stopped working. What should I do?

Updates MIUI People often close their "palms" to retrieve passwords. In this case, three options remain:

1. Revert to old firmware (downgrade) via Fastboot.
2. Use a computer or other device connected to the network.
3. Reset the router to factory settings.

If it is critical for you to frequently review passwords, consider purchasing a router with a mobile app (for example, TP-Link Tether or Keenetic), where the password is always available in your personal account.