How to view the Wi-Fi password on an Honor phone you're already connected to

You forgot your home Wi-Fi password, but your smartphone Honor Successfully connected to the network? The situation is familiar to many: the router has been configured for a long time, the sticker with the password has been lost, and you need to grant access to guests or a new device. Luckily, on phones running EMUI or Magic UI (branded shells Huawei/Honor) There are several ways to retrieve a saved password - without superuser rights or complex manipulations.

In this article, we'll cover all the current methods: from standard Android tools to hidden firmware features. Important: Some methods require root rights or USB debugging, but most options also work on "clean" devices. Also, keep in mind that the interface may differ slightly depending on the model (Honor 50, Honor Magic 4, Honor X9 etc.) and firmware versions.

If you are looking for a universal solution for any version of Android, go straight to the pro section. viewing via file manager. For owners of older models (Honor 8X, Honor 10 Lite) methods using are relevant ADB.

1. The standard method via settings (EMUI/Magic UI)

Starting from EMUI 10.1 And Magic UI 4.0, in firmware Honor A built-in Wi-Fi password display feature has been added, but it has limitations. It only works for networks the phone is currently connected to and requires confirmation. PIN code or fingerprint.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the app Settings (gear icon).
• 🔍 Go to the section Wi-Fi and networks → Wi-Fi.
• 🔗 Click on the name of the current network (under the word Connected).
• 🔐 Scroll down and select Show password (or Share password on new versions).
• 🔑 Confirm the action using biometrics or a pattern.

⚠️ Attention: On some models (Honor 70, Honor Magic V2) the function is hidden behind an option Additionally → Network managementIf this option is missing, your firmware does not support this method.

If the standard method doesn't work, move on to alternative options. For example, Honor 9X With EMUI 9.1 This method is not available - you will have to use ADB or file manager.

2. View password via QR code (without root)

A little-known lifehack: modern versions of Android can generate a QR code for connecting to Wi-Fi, and this code also contains the password. You'll need any QR scanning app (for example, Google Lens or Kaspersky QR Scanner).

How does this work:

1. IN Wi-Fi settings Click on the current network.
2. Select Share → QR code.
3. Scan the code with another device (or take a screenshot and process it through an online service like ZXing Decoder).
4. As a result, you will get a string like this:

   WIFI:S:MyWiFi;T:WPA;P:your_password_here;;

   Where P: - this is the password.

This method works on everyone Honor With Android 10+, including Honor 50 Pro And Honor Magic 4 LiteThe main advantage is that you don't need to install anything or obtain root rights.

3. View the password via the file manager (root required)

The most reliable way is to extract the password from the system file wpa_supplicant.conf, where Android stores all saved networks. To do this, you need root access or ADB with root privileges.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (e.g. Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Follow the path:

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/

   or (on older versions of Android):

   /data/misc/wifi/

3. Find the file wpa_supplicant.conf and open it with a text editor.
4. Look for blocks like:

   network={
   ssid="Network_Name"
   psk="encrypted_password"
   key_mgmt=WPA-PSK
   }

5. Copy the value psk — this is the password (sometimes it is encrypted, but on most devices it is displayed in clear text).

⚠️ Attention: On Android 11+ The file path may differ due to changes in the storage system. If the folders WifiConfigStore No, try searching for the file using the manager's built-in search by keyword. wpa_supplicant.

On some firmware versions Honor (For example, Magic UI 7.0) the file is protected even from root access. In this case, only the method with ADB.

Install a file manager with root access

Enable USB debugging in Developer Options

Grant the manager superuser rights

Make a backup copy of the wpa_supplicant.conf file

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4. Using ADB (without root, but from a PC)

If you don't have root rights but have a computer, you can extract the password via Android Debug Bridge (ADB)This method works on all Android versions, including the latest updates. Honor.

What you will need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Enabled USB debugging on the phone.
• 🛠️ ADB utility (you can download it from official website).

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and confirm debugging permission.
2. Open Command Prompt (or Terminal) and type:

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

3. If the team su doesn't work, try an alternative way:

   adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/wpa_supplicant.conf C:\wifi_password.txt

   (the file will be saved to drive C).

4. Open the resulting file and find the line psk="...".

On Honor With Magic UI 6.0+ An additional command may be required to bypass the restrictions:

adb shell settings put global wifi_verbose_logging 1

After completing this, try extracting the file again.

What to do if ADB doesn't see the device?

Make sure that the drivers for your Honor model are installed (you can download them from the Huawei/Honor website).

Try a different USB cable or port.

In your phone settings, enable "File Transfer" (MTP) instead of "Charge Only".

Restart your phone and PC.

5. Third-party applications (with reservations)

IN Google Play There are dozens of apps that promise to reveal Wi-Fi passwords (for example, WiFi Password Viewer, WiFi Key Recovery). However, most of them:

• 🚫 Requires root access (which is not always safe).
• 🛑 May contain malicious code (especially little-known utilities).
• ⚠️ Does not work on newer versions of Android due to security restrictions.

If you decide to use third-party software, follow these rules:

1. Check the app rating (should be 4.5+ with 100K+ installs).
2. Check reviews for complaints about viruses or non-operability.
3. Use only open source applications (eg. WiFi Password from SimoneDev).
4. Please back up your data before installation.

⚠️ Attention: On Honor With Magic UI 5.0+ Third-party password viewing apps are blocked at the system level. The only working option is file manager method.

6. Alternative methods (if nothing helps)

If none of the methods worked, try the workarounds:

• 🔄 Resetting the router: Click the button Reset on the back of the router (hold for 10 seconds). After reset, the password will become default (usually admin or indicated on the sticker).
• 📡 Connection via WPS: On some routers, you can connect to Wi-Fi without a password via WPS (a button on the case or in the web interface).
• 📱 Another phone: If you have a second smartphone (even if it's not Honor), connected to this network, extract the password through its settings.
• 🌐 Router web interface: Connect your phone to the router via cable (or another Wi-Fi) and go to the control panel at 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 (logins/passwords usually admin/admin).

On Honor With Magic UI 7.0 Sometimes the following trick helps:

1. Create a hotspot on your phone (turn on Modem mode).
2. Connect another device to it (laptop, tablet).
3. In the access point settings on Honor its password will be displayed - sometimes it matches the password for the main Wi-Fi (if you haven’t changed it).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password on an Honor device without rooting or using a PC?

Yes, if you have EMUI 10.1+ or Magic UI 4.0+. Use the standard method via Wi-Fi settings → Show password or generate QR codeThese options are not available on older firmware versions.

Why is the password encrypted in the wpa_supplicant.conf file?

Starting from Android 9, some manufacturers (including Huawei/Honor) encrypt passwords in this file. In this case, only ADB with superuser rights or specialized utilities like WiFi Password Decryptor (requires root).

Will resetting the router affect the internet?

A reset will return the router to factory settings, so:

• 🔄 You will have to reconfigure your connection to your provider (enter the login/password from your contract).
• 📡 All additional settings (guest Wi-Fi, parental controls) will be reset.
• 🔌 Devices connected via cable (PC, TV) will temporarily lose access.

The Internet itself continues to work, but its distribution via Wi-Fi will be disabled until it is reconfigured.

Is it possible to find out the password for someone else's Wi-Fi that their Honor is connected to?

Technically yes, but:

• ⚠️ This is a violation Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (illegal access to computer information).
• 🔒 The network owner can track your MAC address and block your device.
• 🛡️ Modern routers often use WPA3, which is difficult to hack even with physical access.

A legal alternative is to ask the network owner for the password.

Why did file manager methods stop working after updating the firmware?

Huawei/Honor regularly tighten security policies. Starting with Magic UI 6.0:

• 🔒 File wpa_supplicant.conf moved to a protected area.
• 🚫 Access to it is blocked even for rooted applications.
• 🔧 The only working method is ADB with root privileges.

If you depend on this feature, please downgrade to an older firmware (but this will void your warranty).