How to view the entered Wi-Fi password on an iPhone or iPad: all working methods

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, but your connected devices are still working? iPhone or iPad There is no direct way to see saved passwords in the settings - unlike Android, where it can be done in two clicks. However, to bypass the restrictions iOS possible: through synchronization with iCloud, access to the router, backups, or specialized utilities. In this article - 5 working methods to view the Wi-Fi password on devices Apple, including current models iPhone 15/14/13 And iPad Pro/Air.

It is important to understand: without administrator rights (access to the router or Mac) some methods won't work. Also Starting with iOS 16, Apple has tightened its security policy – ​​Wi-Fi passwords are no longer stored in plain text in iTunes backups., so the old instructions using iBackup Viewer stopped working. We've compiled only current solutions tested on the latest firmware versions.

If you are looking for a way find out someone else's Wi-Fi password (for example, in a cafe or at a neighbor's) - we warn you right away: this violates the data privacy law (Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). All methods in the article are intended solely to restore access to your network, the password for which was previously entered on your device.

1. View the password through the router settings (the most reliable method)

If you have access to the router's web interface, this is 100% working methodmodel-independent iPhone or versions iOSThe password is stored in the access point settings and can be viewed at any time.

Instructions:

• 🌐 Connect iPhone to the Wi-Fi network whose password you need to find out (or use another device already connected to this network).
• 🔗 Open your browser (Safari, Chrome) and enter in the address bar 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 (standard IP addresses of most routers). If the page doesn't open, check the IP address via Settings → Wi-Fi → (i) next to the network name → "Router" field.
• 🔑 Enter your username and password to access your control panel. This is usually admin/admin or admin/password (indicated on the router sticker).
• 📡 Go to the section Wireless (or Wi-Fi, Wireless network) → Wireless Security (or Wireless security).
• 🔓 Field Password/PSK Password/Network key contains the password you're looking for. It may be hidden behind dots—click the eye icon (👁️) or check the box. Show Password.

⚠️ Attention: If you've never changed your router's default login information, you can find it on a sticker on the bottom of the device. If you've changed the password but have forgotten it, you'll need to reset the router to factory settings (using the button). Reset for 10 seconds), after which the network will be named by default (for example, TP-Link_1234), and the password must match the one indicated on the sticker.

Check your router's IP address in your iPhone's Wi-Fi settings.

Try a different browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox)

Disable VPN or proxy in iPhone settings

Reboot your router (turn off the power for 30 seconds)

Reset your router to factory settings if you forgot your login/password-->

2. Using iCloud + Mac (Apple's official method)

If you have Mac (or access to a friend's computer with macOS), you can synchronize passwords through iCloud KeychainThis method does not require jailbreak and works on all devices with the latest version iOS/macOS.

Step-by-step instructions:

• 🔄 Make sure that on iPhone And Mac synchronization enabled iCloud Keychain (Settings → [Your name] → iCloud → Passwords & Keys).
• 🖥️ On Mac open the application Bunch of keys (Launchpad → Utilities → Keychain Access).
• 🔍 Enter the name of your Wi-Fi network in the search bar.
• 📋 Double-click on the found entry → check the box Show password.
• 🔐 Enter your account password Mac (or Apple ID, if requested).

⚠️ Attention: If Mac I've never connected to this Wi-Fi network before, the password is in Keychain Access is missing. Also, the method will not work if iCloud Keychain disabled or devices are not synchronized.

3. Recovering a password from an iTunes backup (for iOS 15 and later)

Before the release iOS 16 Wi-Fi passwords were stored in backups iTunes in unencrypted form, and they could be extracted using third-party utilities (for example, iBackup Viewer or iExplorer). Now this method doesn't work for new backups, but if you have old copy (made before updating to iOS 16+), the chance remains.

What you will need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows or macOS.
• 🔌 Cable Lightning/USB-C to connect iPhone.
• 🛠️ Program iExplorer (paid, but there is a trial version) or iBackup Viewer (free).

Instructions:

1. Connect iPhone to your computer and create a backup copy via iTunes (or Finder on macOS Catalina and newer).
2. Open iExplorer → select your backup.
3. Go to the section Wi-Fi Settings or Network.
4. Find your network in the list - the password will be displayed in the column Password.

⚠️ Attention: Starting from iOS 16 Apple encrypts Wi-Fi passwords in backups, so this method only works for backups created on iOS 15 and below. If your iPhone updated, try other methods.

4. Using jailbreak (for advanced users)

If on yours iPhone installed jailbreak (hacking the system to gain root rights), you can use tweaks from the repository Cydia or SileoThis method violates Apple's warranty and may cause the device to become unstable, but it provides full access to system files, including Wi-Fi passwords.

Popular utilities:

• 🔓 WiFi Passwords - displays all saved passwords in a separate application.
• 📱 NetworkList - shows a list of networks and passwords directly in Settings.
• 🔍 Keychain-Dumper — a console utility for extracting passwords (requires knowledge of commands) Terminal).

⚠️ Attention: Installing jailbreak blocks iOS updates, can cause problems with banking applications and leads to loss of warranty. Besides, Apple It regularly patches vulnerabilities, so jailbreaking is not available for all versions. iOS.

What happens if you update iOS after jailbreaking?

Update via standard settings (Settings → General → Software Update) will brick your device (endless boot). To update, you must first remove the jailbreak via Unc0ver or Taurine, and then install the firmware through iTunes in DFU mode.

5. Alternative methods (without a router and Mac)

If none of the above methods are suitable, there are less reliable, but sometimes working options:

• 📱 View on another device: If connected to the same network Android-smartphone, Windows- laptop or Smart TV, the password can be found through their settings. For example, on Android path: Settings → Wi-Fi → [network name] → Share (you will need to enter your device PIN).
• 📋 Document verification: The password could have been written down in Notes, Photo (photo of the router sticker), Messages (if it was sent) or 1Password/Keeper (if you use a password manager).
• 📞 Contacting your provider: If the router was provided by the Internet provider (for example, Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline), the standard password can be found in your personal account on their website or by calling the hotline. It is usually listed in the contract or on the equipment box.

⚠️ Attention: Some providers (eg Dom.ru) link the Wi-Fi password to the contract number. In this case, it can only be reset through your personal account or by calling support—accessing the router won't help.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Wi-Fi Passwords on iPhone

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password on an iPhone without a computer or router?

No, on clean iOS (without jailbreaking) There is no built-in way to view the saved password. All methods require either access to the router or syncing with Mac, or a backup. If you don't have either of these tools, your only option is to reset your router to factory settings.

Why is there no "Show Passcode" button in iPhone settings?

Apple deliberately hides this option for security reasons. Unlike Android, where passwords are stored in clear text, iOS encrypts them in the system storage Keychain, which can only be accessed through authorized devices (for example, Mac with the same Apple ID).

Does the iTunes method work on iPhone 14/15?

No. Starting from iOS 16 (released in 2022), Wi-Fi passwords in backups are encrypted and can be extracted using iBackup Viewer or iExplorer impossible. This method is only relevant for devices on iOS 15 and below (for example, iPhone 13 with unupdated firmware).

Is it possible to find out someone else's Wi-Fi password using an iPhone?

Technically, only if you have physical access to the router or device that was previously connected to that network. Unauthorized access to other people's networks is punishable by law (Article 272 of the Russian Criminal Code, "Unauthorized access to computer information"). The most that can be done legally is to ask the network owner for the password.

What should I do if I forgot my router password?

There are two options:

1. Reset the router to factory settings - hold down the button Reset for 10-15 seconds (usually it's recessed into the case and requires a paperclip). After the reset, the network will be named by default (for example, TP-Link_1234), and the password is indicated on the sticker.
2. Contact your provider - if the router was provided by the Internet provider (for example, MGTS or Third Transport Ring), the standard password can be found in your personal account or by calling the support phone number.