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

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the router is in an awkward location where you can't reach the sticker? Or do you need to connect a new device, but don't have the phone you used to set up the network? On smartphones Xiaomi (including Redmi And POCO) There are several ways to extract a saved Wi-Fi password - and most of them don't require root access or special programs. In this article, we'll look at all the current methods for MIUI 14/15 and newer versions, and we'll also explain why some older instructions no longer work.

Important: The ability to view passwords depends on the firmware version and phone model. For example, on Xiaomi 13 Pro With Android 14 one of the methods may be missing, while on Redmi Note 10 With MIUI 12.5 it's still available. We'll highlight these nuances in each section. Also remember: if the network guest or public (for example, in a cafe), her password is usually not saved on the phone - it can only be found out from the administrator.

Before proceeding with the instructions, please check two things:

• 📶 The phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network whose password you want to find out (otherwise the data simply won't be displayed).
• 🔒 You have administrator rights on the device (if the phone is not yours, some methods will not work).

1. The standard method via "Wi-Fi Settings" (MIUI 14/15)

The easiest method is to use the built-in password viewer feature in MIUIIt works on most modern devices. Xiaomi, but may be absent on older firmware (before MIUI 12) or in some regional versions of the software.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap on the name of the current network (under the word "Connected").
3. In the window that opens, click Share password (or Share (in the English version).
4. Confirm the action by fingerprint, PIN code or graphic key.
5. The password will be displayed as a QR code and text below it.

If the point Share password no, then:

• 📱 You have an outdated version of MIUI (update the firmware via Settings → About phone → System update).
• 🌍 A non-global firmware is used (for example, Chinese or Indian).
• 🔧 The feature has been disabled by the device administrator (applies to work phones).

⚠️ Please note: On some models (eg. POCO F5) after pressing Share password Only the QR code is displayed. To see the text password, take a screenshot of the QR code and scan it with any scanner (for example, Google Lens).

2. Via Google Settings (for Android 10 and later)

If the built-in MIUI feature is not working, try the alternative method via Google accountThis method is suitable for devices on Android 10+, where Wi-Fi passwords are synced with the cloud (if enabled).

How to check:

1. Open Settings → Google → Manage Google Account.
2. Go to the tab Security.
3. Scroll to section Device management and select Passwords.
4. Enter your PIN or verify your identity using another method.
5. Find the section Wi-Fi — there will be saved networks and their passwords.

If the network is not in the list, then:

• 🔄 Password sync is disabled (enabled in Settings → Google → Backup).
• 📵 The phone has never connected to this network under your Google account.
• 🔒 The network was added manually without saving it to the cloud.

⚠️ Note: If you previously reset your phone to factory settings and restored data from a backup, your Wi-Fi passwords may not have transferred. In this case, try other methods.

3. Using a file manager (for advanced users)

On phones Xiaomi Wi-Fi passwords are stored in a system file wpa_supplicant.conf. It can be accessed through file manager with root rights or with the help of ADB (without root, but with a PC connection). This method is suitable for advanced users.

Method 1: Via ADB (without root)

1. Install ADB Tools on PC.
2. Turn it on on your phone USB debugging (Settings → About phone → MIUI version - tap 7 times, then return to Additional settings → For developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and run the command:

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

4. Open the downloaded file WifiConfigStore.xml any text editor (for example, Notepad++).
5. Find the line <string name="PreSharedKey">&#x31;...</string> — This is an encrypted password. It can be decrypted using online services (for example, this).

Method 2: Via root explorer

If you have root rights, use Root Explorer or FX File Manager:

1. Open File Explorer and go to the path /data/misc/wifi/.
2. Find the file wpa_supplicant.conf.
3. Open it with a text editor.
4. Passwords will be specified in lines like this:

   network={
   ssid="Network_Name"
   psk="wifi_password"
   }

What to do if the WifiConfigStore.xml file is empty?

This means that passwords are stored in a different location (for example, /data/vendor/wifi/...) or the phone is using a new storage format. Try this alternative: /data/vendor/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

or use the utility WiFi Password Viewer (requires root).

⚠️ Warning: Changing or deleting files in /data/misc/wifi/ may lead to loss of all saved Wi-Fi networksDo not edit files manually unless you are confident in what you are doing.

4. Applications for viewing passwords (with and without root)

IN Google Play There are apps that make it easier to access saved passwords. We tested several and selected the most secure ones:

• 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer — shows passwords for networks to which the phone has connected. Requires root.
• 📱 WiFi Key Recovery - works without root on some firmware (for example, on Xiaomi EU ROM).
• 🔍 Network Analyzer — does not show passwords directly, but helps find weak points in the network (for example, if the router uses a default password).

How to use WiFi Password Viewer:

1. Download and install the application from Google Play.
2. Grant root access (if requested).
3. A list of all saved networks with passwords will appear in the main window.
4. Tap on a network to copy or share the password.

If the application does not show passwords:

• 🔄 Update it to the latest version.
• 📵 Check if root access is enabled in your phone settings (Settings → Additional settings → Developer options → Root access).
• 🔧 Try an alternative app (eg. WiFi Password from SimoneDev).

5. Resetting the router (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked, and you have physical access to the router, you can reset it to factory settings. This will delete all user settings, including the Wi-Fi password, but will allow you to set a new one.

How to reset a router:

1. Find the button on the back of the router. Reset (usually it is recessed into the body).
2. Take a paper clip or a toothpick and press the button on 10-15 seconds.
3. Wait until the indicators on the router blink and it reboots.
4. Connect to the network with the factory name (indicated on the router sticker).
5. Open your browser and enter in the address bar 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 (logins and passwords for entry are also on the sticker).
6. In the router control panel, find the section Wi-Fi (or Wireless) and set a new password.

Warnings:

• 🔌 After the reset, all devices will be disconnected from the network and will need to be reconnected.
• ⚙️ If your router is configured by your provider (for example, for IPTV or special plans), additional settings may be required after resetting.
• 📡 On some models (for example, Xiaomi Mi Router 4A) resetting does not clear the network password Xiaomi_XXXX - it remains the same as on the sticker.

⚠️ Attention: If the router is rented from a provider (for example, Rostelecom or Beeline), resetting may block internet access. In this case, contact your provider's support for reactivation.

6. Alternative methods (if the phone is not yours)

Situation: telephone Xiaomi It's not yours (for example, friends or relatives forgot their Wi-Fi password), and you don't want to ask them for access to the settings. In this case:

• 📱 Ask the phone owner take a screenshot of the QR code password (via Wi-Fi Settings → Share Password) and send it to you. By scanning the QR code, you'll connect to the network without entering a password.
• 🖥️ If the owner has a laptop or PC connected to this Wi-Fi, the password can be found out through Network and Sharing Center (Windows) or Keychain Access (Mac).
• 📡 Check the sticker on the router - sometimes the password has not been changed from the factory one (especially if the network is called TP-Link_1234 or Xiaomi_AP).

If nothing helps, and the network yours, but you don't remember the password, try:

• 📞 Call the provider - some (for example, MTS or Megaphone) store passwords from routers issued by them.
• 🔧 Connect to the router via cable and access its settings through a browser (the address is usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password on a Xiaomi device without rooting?

Yes, in most cases. Use the built-in function. Share password In Wi-Fi settings (MIUI 14/15) or check synced passwords in your Google account. Root is only required for manual access to system files.

Why is there no "Share Password" button in the settings?

This may be due to:

• Outdated version of MIUI (update firmware).
• Regional firmware (for example, Chinese), where the function is disabled.
• Corporate policy (if the phone is work).

Try the alternative methods in this article.

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

No, if the phone has never connected to this network. Passwords are saved only for networks the device has previously connected to. Unauthorized networks require hacking (which is illegal) or the owner's consent.

How can you protect your Wi-Fi from such leaks?

To minimize risks:

• Use a complex password (at least 12 characters with letters, numbers and symbols).
• Disable the feature WPS in the router settings.
• Update your router firmware regularly.
• Do not share network access via QR codes with strangers.

What should I do if the internet doesn't work after resetting my router?

Most likely, your router is locked to your ISP. Contact support and let them know you reset the settings. They'll send you new connection parameters (for example, PPPoE-logins) or remotely reconfigure the device.