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

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the sticker on your router has worn off? Or need to connect a new device but can't be bothered to find the paper with the code? On phones Samsung Galaxy (including models S24 Ultra, A55 5G, Fold6 and older) there are several ways to extract saved passwords from networks - without root rights and complex manipulations. In this article, we will analyze all current methods (including hidden functions One UI 6.1), their limitations and security nuances.

Let us warn you right away: Not all methods work on the latest versions of Android 14/15 due to stricter privacy policies. For example, in One UI 5.0+ Samsung has removed direct access to passwords through the default settings, but workarounds remain. If your phone hasn't been updated recently, check the section first. Wi-Fi Settings — the password may be displayed automatically when connecting to the network.

Also remember: Extracting passwords from someone else's device without the owner's consent is illegal. (Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation on unauthorized access to computer information). All instructions below are intended exclusively for use with your personal phone or with the owner's permission.

1. Via Wi-Fi settings (works on One UI 4.1 and below)

The simplest method is View the password directly in the connected networks menuUnfortunately, in One UI 5.0 and later (Android 13+) Samsung removed this feature due to Google's security requirements. But if your phone is running on Android 12 or later (For example, Galaxy S21 on One UI 4.1), try:

Open Settings → Connections → Wi-FiFind your network in the list and tap its name. The window that opens should contain a line "Password" (or Password) with a button "Show"After clicking, the system may ask PIN code, pattern or fingerprint - this is standard protection.

⚠️ Attention: If the password field is missing or greyed out (inactive), it means:

• 📱 Your phone is running on One UI 5.0+ (Android 13/14/15), where the function is disabled.
• 🔒 The network is saved, but the password is not displayed due to security policy (e.g. corporate networks with certificates).
• 🔄 You are connected via Wi-Fi Direct or guest access, where the password is not saved.

If this method doesn't work, move on to the next methods. And for those who recently updated their firmware, it's worth checking the version. One UI: path Settings → About phone → Software version.

How to find out the One UI version on Samsung?

Open Settings → About phone → Software versionThere will be a line like "One UI 6.1" (the first number is the main version, the second is the patch).

2. Export passwords via backup (without root)

The method works on all versions of Android, but requires computer with installed ADB (Android Debug Bridge). The point is that we export Wi-Fi settings into a file, and then extract the passwords from it. This legal way, since you only have access to your own data.

You will need:

• 🖥️ A computer with Windows/macOS/Linux and installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Samsung phone with the included USB debugging (how to enable - see below).
• 🔌 USB cable (preferably original for a stable connection).

Step 1: Enable USB Debugging

1. Go to Settings → About phone → Software information.
2. Tap the line 7 times Build number (a notification will appear saying "You have become a developer").
3. Go back to the main settings menu, open Developer Options (may be in the "Additional" section).
4. Activate the switch USB Debugging and confirm the permission.

Step 2: Connect your phone to PC and run the commands

Open command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with adb.exe and enter in order:

adb devices

(Your device with a serial number should appear. If not, check the drivers or cable.)

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

⚠️ AttentionOn newer versions of Android (12+), the file path may differ. If the command returns an error, try an alternative path:

su -c "cat /data/vendor/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml"

After execution in the folder with adb.exe a file will appear wifi_passwords.xml. Open it with any text editor (for example, Notepad++) and find lines like this:

<string name="Network_1">MyWiFi</string>
<string name="Password_1">my_password_123</string>

Here MyWiFi — the name of the network, and my_password_123 - her password.

Install ADB Tools on PC|

Enable USB debugging on your phone|

Connect your phone with the original cable|

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3. Using password viewer apps (with root)

If you have root rights were obtained, the task is simplified to the installation of specialized software. Without root Such apps are useless - Android blocks access to system files. Let's consider 3 proven programs:

⚠️ Attention: Setting root rights voids Samsung's warranty and can lead to:

• 🔄 Blocking Samsung Pay/Knox (forever, even after removing root).
• 📱 Denial of service (if the phone is under warranty).
• 🔒 Problems with OTA updates (you will have to update manually).

If root is not installed, but you really need a password, consider alternative methods (See sections 4 and 5). For example, on some models Samsung (For example, Galaxy S22+) Can reset the router to factory settings (button Reset on the case) to set a new password.

4. Viewing the password through the router (universal method)

If access to the phone is limited (for example, it is a work device), The easiest way is to go to the router settingsThis method works. 100%, since the password is stored in the router itself. You will need:

• 🌐 Any device (PC, tablet, other phone) connected to the same network.
• 🔑 Login and password for the router admin panel (usually on a sticker at the bottom).

Instructions:

1. Find out Router IP addressOn . Samsung this can be done in Settings → Wi-Fi → ⚙️ (Network settings) → Learn more. Look for the line "Gateway" (For example, 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
2. Open your browser and enter this IP address into the address bar. A login window will appear.
3. Enter login/password (standard: admin/admin or admin/password from sticker).
4. Go to the section Wireless Network (or Wireless), then "Safety" (Security). Field Password or Network key contains the password you are looking for.

🔹 If you can't access your router:

• 🔄 Try resetting it to factory settings (hold down the button Reset for 10 seconds).
• 📞 Check your login details with your provider (for example, Rostelecom or MTS (Unique logins are often used).

On routers with firmware from the provider (for example, Third Transport Ring or Beeline) the password section may have a different name - look for the "Wi-Fi", "Network Settings" or "WPA" tabs.

5. Alternative methods (for advanced users)

If standard methods don't work, there are still options non-obvious solutionsThey take more time, but sometimes help even on the latest versions. One UI.

Method 1: Viewing via Samsung Smart Switch (for older models)

• 📱 Connect your phone to your PC via Samsung Smart Switch.
• 🔍 Select an option Backup and create a backup.
• 📁 In the backup folder (C:\Users\Your_Name\AppData\Roaming\Samsung\SmartSwitch\backup) find the file WiFiConfigStore.xml and open it in the editor.

⚠️ Limitation: In newer versions of Smart Switch, passwords are encrypted and this method no longer works.

Method 2: Using TWRP Recovery (for unlocked bootloader)

• 🛠️ Install a custom recovery TWRP (requires unlocked bootloader).
• 📱 Boot into TWRP (buttons Power + Vol Up + Bixby with the phone turned off).
• 📂 Go to Advanced → File Manager and find the file /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml.
• 📋 Copy it to SD card or PC.

Method 3: Reading the QR code from the router

• 📱 On some routers (for example, Keenetic or ASUS) the Wi-Fi password is displayed as QR code on the sticker.
• 📷 Scan it with a standard app "Camera" on Samsung — a prompt to connect to the network will appear, and the password can be seen in the notification.

⚠️ Attention: Methods with TWRP or ADB can trigger Knox (Samsung security system), which will result in loss of functionality Samsung Pay, Secure Folder and warranties. Check the Knox status in download mode (Power + Vol Down + Bixby): if the light at the top of the screen is on Knox Warranty Void: 0x1, the warranty is already lost.

6. Common mistakes and their solutions

When trying to extract a password, users encounter typical problems. Let's look at top 5 mistakes and how to fix them:

🔹 Additional tips:

• 🔄 If the phone does not connect to PC via ADB, try a different cable or USB port.
• 📱 On Samsung DeX (Desktop mode) Some system files may be hidden - use the standard interface.
• 🔒 If the network corporate (with certificates), the password may not be saved on the device.

⚠️ Important: On phones with Android 14 and One UI 6.0+ Samsung has tightened its security. If none of the methods work, the only option left is resetting the router or contact your provider for a duplicate password.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

❓ Is it possible to find out a Wi-Fi password without root or ADB?

Yes, but only if:

• 📱 You have old version of One UI (4.1 or below) - the password is visible in the network settings.
• 🌐 There is access to router admin panel (see section 4).
• 📇 Password saved in Google Account (Wi-Fi sync enabled).

On One UI 5.0+ This is impossible without additional tools.

❓ Why is there no password field in the Wi-Fi settings?

Most likely, you have:

• 📱 One UI 5.0 or later (Android 13+), where the function has been removed.
• 🔒 Network corporate (uses 802.1x or certificates).
• 📶 Connection via WPS or guest access.

Solution: Use ADB or go to your router settings.

❓ How do I save my Wi-Fi password in my Google Account?

To sync passwords across devices:

1. Open Settings → Google → Google services → Backup.
2. Activate the switch Data Backup And "Wi-Fi Sync".
3. Connect to the network - the password will be saved in your account.

⚠️ On Samsung This feature may conflict with Knox - check that synchronization is enabled.

❓ Is it possible to recover the password if the phone is reset?

No. At reset to factory settings All saved networks and passwords are deleted. The only options are:

• 🔄 Restore the backup (if it was made before the reset).
• 🌐 Go to your router settings (see section 4).
• 📞 Contact your provider for a duplicate password.

❓ Does the ADB method work on the Samsung Galaxy S24?

Partially. On Galaxy S24 With One UI 6.1 And Android 14:

• ✅ Team adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml may return an error.
• ✅ Alternative route: /data/vendor/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml.
• ❌ If the phone is with locked bootloader, ADB will not give access to system files.

We recommend that you try the method with first router (section 4).