How to find the Wi-Fi password on a Samsung phone: official and hidden 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 with firmware One UI There are several ways to retrieve a saved network password—both through standard settings and using hidden Android features. It's important to understand: The methods depend on the firmware version. and device models.

Many users mistakenly believe that in order to view a password, you must root access or third-party applications. In fact Samsung provides legal tools for this task—you just need to know where to look. In this article, we'll look at all current methods (including those that work on the latest versions One UI 6), and we'll also explain why some methods stopped working after security updates.

⚠️ Attention: Password extraction is only possible for networks to which the phone is connected. already connectedIf the network is still active but the connection is lost (for example, due to a router password change), these methods will not work.

1. The standard method via Wi-Fi Settings (One UI 5/6)

The easiest method is to use the built-in password viewer in the Wi-Fi menu. It works on most modern devices. Samsung (starting from Galaxy S10 and newer) with firmware One UI 5.0 and above.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the name of the current network (there will be an inscription next to it) Connected).
3. Tap on the icon ⚙️ Settings (or Network management in some versions).
4. Select Show password (may be called View or Share).
5. Confirm the action with PIN code, fingerprint or pattern.

✅ The password will be displayed in the text field. You can copy it or display it as a QR code to quickly connect other devices.

Check your One UI version (must be 5.0 or later)

Update firmware via Settings → Software Update

Restart your phone and try again

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⚠️ Attention: On some operators (for example, Beeline or MTS) This method may be blocked due to security policy. In this case, use the method with QR code (section 3).

2. Extract password via QR code (works on all versions)

If there is no “Show password” option in the settings, you can bypass the restriction using QR codeThis method is universal and works even on older versions. One UI (starting from Android 10).

Step-by-step instructions:

• 📱 Open Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
• 🔍 Find your network in the list and tap on its name.
• 🖼️ Choose Share (or Share (in the English version).
• 🔐 Confirm the action with biometrics or a PIN code.
• 📷 The following will appear on the screen QR code with network data. Underneath it will be a text password (sometimes hidden under a button Show).

If the password isn't displayed in text, scan the QR code with another phone—the password will be visible in the network information. To do this, hold the second device up to the device and use the standard app. Camera (on Android 11+ And iOS 14+ QR scanning works automatically).

3. Viewing the password through "Developer mode" (for advanced users)

This method requires activating the hidden menu For Developers, but does not require root access. Suitable for devices on Android 9–13, including Samsung Galaxy A, S21, S22 And S23.

Algorithm of actions:

1. Enable developer mode:
   • Go to Settings → About phone → Software information.
   • Tap the item 7 times Build number (a notification will appear You have become a developer!).

adb shell
su -c "cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml | grep 'SSID' -A 10"

In the command output, find the block with the name of your network (SSID) - there will be a line next to it PreSharedKey="your_password".

4. Using a file manager with root access (for advanced users)

If on yours Samsung installed Magisk or another rooting tool, you can extract the password directly from system files. This method is suitable for devices with One UI 4.0 and below, where standard methods do not work.

Instructions:

• 📁 Install a file manager with root support (for example, Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer).
• 🔓 Grant the app superuser privileges when prompted.
• 📂 Follow the path: /data/misc/wifi/ or /data/misc/apexdata/com.android.wifi/
• 🔍 Find the file WifiConfigStore.xml and open it with a text editor.
• 🔑 The file will contain blocks like this:

  <Network>
  <SSID>Your_network_name</SSID>
  <PreSharedKey>your_password</PreSharedKey>
  </Network>

⚠️ Attention: Editing system files without experience can lead to data loss or Wi-Fi failureDon't change the file's contents—just copy the password!

Galaxy S23/S22/S21

Galaxy A54/A53/A34

Galaxy Z Flip/Fold

Another flagship (Note, Ultra)

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5. Alternative methods (if nothing helps)

If none of the above methods worked, try these options:

💡 Advice: If you often forget your passwords, create one. guest network on a router with a simple password (for example, 12345678) and connect new devices to it. Leave the main network with a strong password.

Security: What Not to Do When Retrieving a Password

When trying to find out the Wi-Fi password, users often make mistakes that can breach network security or damage the phoneAvoid these actions:

• 🚫 Installing suspicious applications from third-party sources (for example, "WiFi Password Viewer"). They often contain viruses or spyware.
• 🚫 Sending SMS to short numbers under the promise to "send a password." This is a scam that will debit your account.
• 🚫 Modifying system files without a backup. This may lead to loss of Wi-Fi connection forever.
• 🚫 Connecting to public networks (for example, in a cafe) to "view the password." They often use proxy servers, which intercept traffic.

✅ Safe alternative: If you need to share Wi-Fi with a friend, use the feature Wi-Fi Direct (in settings Connections → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Direct). It allows you to connect devices without entering a password.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about viewing your Wi-Fi password on a Samsung device

If none of the methods worked, check if the password on the router itself has changed (for example, after a reset by the provider). In this case, the only option left is reset the router or check the password with the network administrator.