How to view your Wi-Fi password on Android if you're already connected to the network

Have you forgotten your home Wi-Fi password, but you've already set up a connection on your phone? This situation is familiar to many: the router displays a complex combination of characters that's hard to remember, and you're too lazy to write it down. Luckily, Android There are several ways to retrieve a saved password - even without permissions root or special applications.

In this article we will look at 5 working methods, including built-in firmware functions Samsung One UI, Xiaomi MIUI, Huawei EMUI, as well as universal solutions for any device. Important: not all methods work on newer versions. Android 12+ Due to stricter security policies. But even in this case, there are workarounds—read on.

Before you begin, please check:

• 📱 Android version: go to Settings → About phone → Android versionOn . Android 10+ Some methods may not work.
• 🔒 Administrator rights: if you have root, the process is simplified (but this is a security risk).
• 📡 Network type: passwords from guest networks or paid hotspots (for example, in hotels) are usually not saved.

If you use public Wi-Fi (in a cafe, airport), the password is most likely not saved—such networks often operate through an authorization portal. But home routers (TP-Link, ASUS, Keenetic) usually remember the key.

1. The standard method via Android settings (not available on all firmware versions)

The easiest method is to look into the settings Wi-FiUnfortunately, it only works on Android 9 and below or on some custom firmware (for example, LineageOS). On clean Android 10+ from Google This path is usually blocked.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Find your network in the list and tap on its name (do not reconnect!).
3. In the window that opens, find the item Network management or Additionally.
4. Scroll down to field Password - it can be hidden behind the asterisks (••••••••).
5. Click the eye icon (👁️) or check the box Show password.

If there's no password option, your firmware is hiding it. Proceed to the next method.

2. Method for Samsung: Using the "Share Wi-Fi" feature

On smartphones Samsung with firmware One UI (starting from Android 10) there is a built-in generation function QR code with network data. Through it, you can extract the password without root.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap on the name of your network (there must be an active connection).
3. Click on the icon QR code (or Share in some versions).
4. Enter PIN code or pattern phone number for confirmation.
5. Take a photo of the QR code with another device (or the same one, if you have a second profile).
6. Use any QR reader app (eg. Google Lens) to decrypt the data.

The decrypted code will contain a line like this:

WIFI:T:WPA;S:my_wifi_name;P:my_password;;

Where P:my_password - this is your password.

On Samsung Galaxy S22/S23 On newer flagships, the feature may be hidden due to security updates. In this case, try the method with ADB (section 4).

3. Method for Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco: via MIUI

Firmware MIUI (even on Android 12/13) allows you to view the password without root, but with a little trick. You will need second device (or Android emulator on PC).

Algorithm of actions:

1. On the phone Xiaomi open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap on your network name and select Share the network.
3. Confirm the action with your fingerprint or PIN.
4. The screen will appear QR code. Bring the second phone with the installed one to it. Google Lens or another scanner.
5. In the scan results, find the line P: - this is the password.

If the QR code is not readable, try an alternative method:

• 📱 Install on Xiaomi application Mi Home (even if you don't have devices Xiaomi Smart Home).
• 🔗 In some versions MIUI The Wi-Fi password is duplicated in the settings Mi Home (chapter Devices → Network Settings).

- Enable maximum screen brightness on Xiaomi

- Install Google Lens on a second device

- Disable power saving (to prevent the screen from turning off)

- Check that there is no screenshot blocking feature on your Xiaomi device for this screen.

4. Universal method: using ADB (without root)

If the previous methods didn't work, try ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is a debugging tool that allows you to extract a password via the command line. The method works on any Android devices, but requires connection to a PC.

What you will need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📦 Installed drivers ADB (you can download it from the website) Google).
• 📱 It's turned on on the phone Developer mode And USB debugging.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer mode:
   • Go to Settings → About phone.
   • Tap the item 7 times Build number (a notification will appear saying "You have become a developer").

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

adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

⚠️ Attention: On Android 11+ The path to the password file may differ. If the command returns an error Permission denied, then they are required root rights.

5. Alternative methods: apps and backups

If none of the methods helped, you can try third-party applications or extract the password from backup copyPlease note that most programs require root rights.

Top 3 Apps for Viewing Wi-Fi Passwords:

• 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer - shows all saved networks (requires root).
• 📡 WiFi Key Recovery - works on some firmware without root (for example, on Samsung to Android 9).
• 🔑 Root Browser - allows you to manually find the password file by path /data/misc/wifi/.

How to extract a password from a backup:

1. Create a backup via Settings → System → Backup (or use Titanium Backup For root-devices).
2. Download the backup file to your PC and open it with an archiver (for example, 7-Zip).
3. Find the file wifi.config or wpa_supplicant.conf — it will contain passwords in clear text.

⚠️ Attention: Installing applications from untrusted sources may result in data leak or virus infection. Use only official stores (Google Play, APKMirror).

6. If nothing helps: reset the router

When all methods have been exhausted, there remains extreme measure — reset the router to factory settings. This will delete all custom settings, including the Wi-Fi password, but you'll be able to set a new one.

How to reset a router:

1. Find the button on the back of the router. Reset (usually recessed into the body).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick and hold the button 10-15 secondsuntil the indicators start flashing.
3. Wait 1-2 minutes for the router to reboot.
4. Connect to the router's network via cable or Wi-Fi with the factory name (usually indicated on the sticker).
5. Go to the web interface at 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 (default logins and passwords are also on the sticker).
6. In the section Wireless or Wi-Fi Set a new password.

⚠️ Attention: Resetting the router will disable it all devices from the network, including smart speakers, cameras And TV set-top boxesAfter the reset, they will have to be reconnected.

If you are unsure of your router model, check it on the sticker or through your provider's app (for example, MTS Connect, Rostelecom Personal Account).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about viewing Wi-Fi passwords on Android