How to view the Wi-Fi password on an Honor phone: all the methods via Android settings

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the sticker on your router has worn off? On phones Honor with shell EMUI or MagicOS There are several ways to retrieve the saved security key—both through standard settings and with additional tools. The main advantage: you don't need to reset the router or call your ISP.

In this article we will analyze all current methods to view Wi-Fi passwords on smartphones Honor (including models Honor 90, Honor Magic5, Honor X9 and others). We'll provide step-by-step instructions for different firmware versions, and also warn you about common errors that can block network access. If your phone is running on Android 12/13/14 with shell EMUI 13/14 or MagicOS 7/8 — here you will find working solutions.

Spoiler: on some versions EMUI The password can be found directly in the Wi-Fi settings, but a workaround is often required. We'll show you how. without root rights and what to do if standard methods don't work.

1. Standard method: View the password in Wi-Fi settings (EMUI 13/14)

Starting from EMUI 10.1 (and in newer versions, including MagicOS) in some models Honor It became possible to view passwords for saved networks directly in the Wi-Fi menu. However, this functionality not always available — it all depends on the regional firmware and the manufacturer's policy.

To check if your phone supports this method:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi and networks (or Wireless networks).
2. Click on the name of your current network (or select a saved network from the list).
3. Scroll down and find the item Password or Show password.
4. The system may ask PIN code, graphic key or fingerprint for confirmation.

If the point Show password no - then it's your version EMUI It doesn't support it. In this case, proceed to the next methods.

⚠️ Note: On phones with corporate policies (such as those released for business users), this section may be locked by the device administrator.

2. Using a Wi-Fi network QR code (without root)

If standard password viewing is not available, you can extract the key via QR code, which is generated by the phone itself. This method works on all versions. EMUI/MagicOS and does not require additional programs.

Instructions:

1. Connect to the target Wi-Fi network.
2. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi & networks.
3. Tap on the name of your network.
4. Select Share or QR code (in some versions this item is called Network information).
5. The system will display a QR code. The following text will be displayed underneath or next to it: password in plain text.

If the password is not displayed under the QR code, scan it with any QR reader (for example, Google Lens or Honor Camera). The scan results will contain the line WPA:... - this is your password.

Make sure your phone is connected to the correct network|Check the screen brightness - the QR code should be clear|Use the built-in Honor scanner for accuracy|If the QR code doesn't scan, clean the camera from dirt-->

3. Viewing the password via the configuration file (requires a file manager)

On phones Honor (as well as on others Android-devices) Wi-Fi passwords are stored in a system file wpa_supplicant.confAccess to it is possible. only with root rights, but there is a workaround for some models.

Algorithm of actions:

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

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/

   Or (in newer versions of Android):

   /data/vendor/wifi/WifiConfigStore/

3. Find the file WifiConfigStore.xml and open it with a text editor.
4. Look for blocks with tags <string name="PreSharedKey"> — there will be a password inside, either encrypted or open.

On phones with EMUI 13+, this file is often encrypted and cannot be read without root. If you see unreadable characters, the method will not work.

⚠️ Warning: Do not edit or delete files in the folder /data/misc/wifi/ - This may result in connection failure to all saved networks.

4. Password Viewer Apps (No Root)

IN Google Play There are apps that can extract Wi-Fi passwords without root access. They don't work on all phones. Honor, but it's worth a try. The best options:

• 🔹 WiFi Password Viewer - shows saved passwords if the system allows.
• 🔹 WiFi Key Recovery - supports some models Honor on Android 10-13.
• 🔹 Network Info II - displays technical data of the network, including the security key (not always).

How to use:

1. Install one of the applications.
2. Run it and grant access to Wi-Fi settings.
3. Select the desired network from the list of saved ones.
4. Click Show password (fingerprint verification may be required).

If the application says that the password is "unavailable", then your version EMUI blocks reading. In this case, only root or reset the router.

5. Methods with root rights (for advanced users)

If yours Honor There is root accessYou can view the password using the terminal or specialized utilities. This method is guaranteed to work, but requires caution.

Instructions via Terminal Emulator:

1. Install Terminal Emulator for Android from Play Market.
2. Enter the command:

   su
   cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml | grep psk

3. In the output, find the line with PreSharedKey - this is the password.

An alternative way is to use Root Explorer and manually open the file wpa_supplicant.conf on the way /data/misc/wifi/.

⚠️ Warning: Obtaining root rights on Honor voids the warranty and may result in some features being blocked (e.g. Huawei Mobile Services). On new models (for example, Honor Magic6) unlocking the bootloader is often impossible.

6. What to do if nothing helps?

If none of the methods work, there are radical measures left:

• 🔄 Reset the router to factory settings (button Reset on the back panel). Disadvantage: you will have to set up the network again.
• 📞 Contact your provider — they have saved the password for your router (if it was issued with the equipment).
• 🖥️ Connect to the router via cable and go to the web interface (usually at 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).

If the router is rented from a provider (for example, Rostelecom or MTS), resetting your account may result in a block. In this case, it's best to call support and request login information.

How to find out the IP address of a router?

Open Settings → Wi-Fi On your phone, tap on the network name and look at the section Gateway or RouterThis address (for example, 192.168.1.1) needs to be entered into a browser on a PC or phone.

7. Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find out the Wi-Fi password on Honor Users often encounter typical problems:

• 🚫 There is no 'Show password' option. - so, your version EMUI Doesn't support this feature. Try the QR code method.
• 🔒 "PIN required to view" - enter the phone unlock code (the same as for the lock screen).
• 📱 "The app doesn't see saved networks." - Check if Wi-Fi is turned on and restart your phone.
• 🔄 "After resetting the router, the Internet disappeared." — Your ISP may be binding your MAC address. Call support.

If you use guest network On the router, its password may differ from the main one. Make sure you're trying to retrieve the key for the correct network.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password on an Honor device without connecting to a network?

No. To view the password through settings or a QR code, your phone must be connected to this network. If there's no connection, your only options are resetting the router or contacting your provider.

Why isn't there a "Show password" option in the Wi-Fi settings?

It depends on the version EMUI and regional firmware. On some models Honor (Especially for the European and Chinese markets), this option is hidden for security reasons. It may also be missing on phones with corporate management (e.g., those issued to companies).

Does the wpa_supplicant.conf file method work on EMUI 14?

Starting from EMUI 12 and newer, this file is often encrypted, and it is impossible to read it without root. Even with root access, access may be limited due to protected partitions (DM-Verity).

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

Technically, only if the phone has previously connected to this network and saved the password. Unauthorized access to other people's networks is illegal. (Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). We do not recommend using this method for networks to which you do not have access rights.

After updating EMUI, my password stopped showing. What should I do?

Updates often patch security holes that could allow passwords to be viewed. Try:

1. Use the QR code method.
2. Install the app WiFi Password Viewer and check its operation.
3. If nothing helps, reset the router or contact your provider.