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

You have connected yours Xiaomi Redmi connected to a Wi-Fi network, but forgot the password—and now you need to connect another device? This situation is familiar to many. Fortunately, on smartphones with firmware MIUI (Even without superuser rights), there are several ways to retrieve a saved password. In this article, we'll cover all the relevant methods—from standard settings to working with system files.

It is important to understand: The manufacturer does not provide direct access to passwords. for security reasons. However, there are workarounds, and we'll look at them. If you have Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/11 or another model on MIUI 12/13/14The instructions below will work. For older versions (MIUI 11 and below), some methods may not work due to changes in the security policy. Xiaomi.

We warn you in advance: some methods require access to the file system or installing third-party applications. If you are unsure of what you are doing, use the safest method (via Settings or QR code).

Method 1: Through Xiaomi settings (without root)

The easiest method is to use the built-in function password exchange via QR codeIt works on all modern smartphones. Xiaomi With MIUI 12 and laterYou don't need superuser rights or third-party utilities.

Algorithm of actions:

• 📱 Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
• 🔍 Find the network whose password you need to know in the list and tap on its name.
• 🖼️ In the window that opens, select Share (or QR code).
• 🔐 The system will ask for confirmation fingerprint, PIN code or graphic key.
• 📱 After confirmation, a QR code will open. Below it, you'll see text password (sometimes you need to scroll down).

If the text password is not displayed, try scanning the QR code with another device (for example, iPhone or others Android-smartphone). In most cases, after scanning, the password will be visible in the connection window that opens.

Have you selected the right network in the Wi-Fi list? | Is your firmware updated to MIUI 12+? | Is camera access allowed for the Settings app? | Have you tried restarting your phone?

⚠️ Attention: On some models (eg, Redmi 9A or Redmi 8) The text password display feature may be disabled. In this case, use the alternative methods in this article.

2. Method: via Wi-Fi configuration file (requires file manager)

All passwords from saved networks on Android stored in the system file wpa_supplicant.conf. It can be accessed through file manager with rights root or without them - depending on the version MIUI.

Instructions for MIUI 12/13/14 without root:

1. 📲 Install a file manager with access to system folders, for example FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer.
2. 🔍 Follow the path:

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/

   Or (for older MIUI versions):

   /data/misc/wifi/

3. 📄 Find the file WifiConfigStore.xml or wpa_supplicant.conf and open it with a text editor.
4. 🔍 In the file, find the block with the name of your network (ssid="...") - there will be a line next to it psk="...", where instead of dots there is the desired password.

If the folder /data/ unavailable - means on your device no root rights, and this method won't work. In that case, move on to the next method.

⚠️ Attention: Editing or deleting files in a folder /data/ may lead to loss of Wi-Fi connection or other system failures. Do not change the contents of files unless you are sure of what you are doing!

Method 3: via ADB (no root required, but a computer is required)

If you have access to computer with installed drivers ADB, you can extract the password via the command line. This method works on any version of MIUI, but requires connecting the phone to the PC.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. 🖥️ Install ADB Tools to your computer (you can download it from the official website) Android Developers).
2. 📱 Activate on your phone Developer mode:
   • Go to Settings → About phone.
   • Tap the item 7 times MIUI version.
   • Return to Settings → Advanced → For developers.
   • Turn on USB debugging.

adb shell
su -c "cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml | grep psk"

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

If the command returns an error Permission denied - then on your device no root rights, and this method won't work. In that case, try using specialized applications (more about them in the next section).

Method 4: Using third-party applications (without root)

IN Google Play There are apps that can show saved Wi-Fi passwords. without root rightsHowever, their operation depends on the version. MIUI and phone models. The most reliable options are:

• 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer — a simple tool that works on most devices Xiaomi with MIUI 12+.
• 📡 WiFi Key Recovery - supports password extraction via backups Android.
• 🛠️ Root Browser - if you have root rights, this application will give you access to system files.

How to use:

1. 📲 Install one of the applications (for example, WiFi Password Viewer).
2. 🔍 Launch it and grant access to Storage And Wi-Fi settings.
3. 📋 In the list of saved networks, find the one you need and tap it. The password will be displayed in the window that opens.

If the application does not show passwords, it means that MIUI blocked access to system files. In this case, you either have to get root rights, or use ADB (method 3).

⚠️ Attention: Some applications in Google Play may contain malicious code. Before installing, check reviews and ratings, and use an antivirus (for example, Dr.Web or Kaspersky).

5. Method: via backup (if backup is enabled)

If on yours Xiaomi Redmi activated automatic backup V Mi Account, you can try extracting the password from a backup. This method will only work if you previously created a backup with this option enabled. Wi-Fi settings.

Instructions:

1. 📱 Go to Settings → About phone → Backup.
2. 🔄 Select the latest backup and click Restore.
3. 📋 In the list of data to recover, find the item Wi-Fi and mark it.
4. 🔍 After recovery, check the file WifiConfigStore.xml via file manager (method 2).

If the backup doesn't contain Wi-Fi data, this method won't help. In that case, the only options left are alternative methods (for example, resetting the router or contacting the provider).

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find out the Wi-Fi password on Xiaomi Redmi Users often encounter typical problems. Let's look at the most common ones and how to solve them:

• 🚫 File access denied wpa_supplicant.conf → Make sure you are using a file manager that supports root (For example, Root Explorer). If you don’t have a license, this method won’t work.
• 🔄 The QR code does not show the password. → Check if the firmware is updated to MIUI 12+On older versions, the text password may not be displayed.
• 📵 ADB doesn't see the device. → Reinstall the drivers, enable USB debugging and select the mode File transfer when connecting.
• 🔒 Applications do not show passwords → This means that MIUI blocked access to system data. Try another method.

If you use Xiaomi Redmi With custom firmware (For example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the paths to the password files may differ. In this case, look for the file wpa_supplicant.conf in folders:

/data/misc/wifi/
/data/vendor/wifi/
/persist/wifi/

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