How to find the Wi-Fi password on a GoPro: all the methods for the Hero 11, 12, 13, and other models

Cameras GoPro Automatically save passwords for previously connected Wi-Fi networks—this is convenient for quick syncing with your phone or the cloud. But what if you've forgotten your home network password, but the camera remembers it? Or need to connect another device to the same network, and the password sticker on the router is long gone?

In this article - 5 working methodsHow to extract a saved Wi-Fi password from a camera GoPro (including models Hero 11 Black, Hero 12, Hero 13 and older versions). We will look at the options for Android, iPhone, Windows/Mac and even without additional devices—directly from the camera screen. Important: not all methods are universal—the choice depends on the model. GoPro and firmware versions.

If your goal is not just to find out the password, but Share internet with a GoPro (for example, to connect other gadgets), at the end of the article there is a separate section with access point settings.

1. How to view the Wi-Fi password directly on the GoPro screen (for Hero 11/12/13)

New models GoPro Hero 11 Black, Hero 12 And Hero 13 Allows you to view saved passwords directly in the camera's menu—without connecting to a computer or phone. This method is the fastest, but only works if the camera has previously connected to the desired network.

Instructions:

1. Turn on the camera and swipe down on the touch screen to open Settings.
2. Go to the section Connections → Wi-Fi.
3. Select the network whose password you want to find out (it should be in the list Saved networks).
4. Click on the icon ℹ️ (information) next to the network name.
5. The password will be displayed in the field. Password (You may need to confirm the action by tapping the screen).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware versions the password may be hidden by asterisks (••••••••). In this case, touch the password field and hold your finger for 2-3 seconds - the symbols will become visible.

Update your GoPro firmware to the latest version

Make sure the network is saved in the camera's memory (you have connected to it before)

Try rebooting the camera (hold the power button for 10 seconds)

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If your model GoPro older Hero 10This method most likely won't work—in older firmware versions, passwords aren't displayed in the interface. Proceed to the next methods.

2. Retrieving the password using the GoPro Quik app (Android/iOS)

Official app GoPro Quik (previously GoPro App) syncs camera settings, including saved Wi-Fi networks. If the camera connected to the network through this app, the password can be retrieved from its cache.

For Android:

1. Connect the camera to your phone via GoPro Quik (via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi).
2. Open Phone Settings → Apps → GoPro Quik → Storage.
3. Click Clear cache (this will not delete passwords, but will update the data).
4. Go to the app, go to Settings → Devices → [Your GoPro] → Wi-Fi.
5. In the list of saved networks, tap the desired one; the password will be displayed in a pop-up window.

For iPhone:

On iOS extract password via GoPro Quik more difficult due to system limitations. Instead:

1. Connect the camera to your iPhone via Wi-Fi (via its own access point).
2. Open iPhone Settings → Wi-Fi and find the network the camera is connected to.
3. Click on the icon ℹ️ next to the network name.
4. If the field Password active - copy it. If not, try the method with Mac (section 4).

GoPro Hero 11/12/13

GoPro Hero 9/10

GoPro Hero 7/8

GoPro Max or other

I don't know the model

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⚠️ Attention: After the update GoPro Quik Up to version 11.0+ (2026), passwords may not be displayed in the interface. In this case, use alternative methods.

3. Export GoPro settings to your computer (Windows/Mac)

Cameras GoPro Store Wi-Fi passwords in a configuration file that can be downloaded to a PC. This method works for all models, but requires connecting the camera via USB.

Steps for Windows:

1. Connect GoPro to the computer via USB cable (mode MTP or USB drive).
2. Open This computer and find the disk GoPro (usually DCIM or MISC).
3. Go to the folder MISC and find the file wifi_config.bin or settings.json.
4. Copy the file to your desktop and open it in Notepad or Notepad++.
5. Find the line "ssid": "network_name" — there will be a field nearby "password": "your_password".

Steps for Mac:

On macOS the process is similar, but for viewing the file wifi_config.bin may be needed Terminal:

cd /Volumes/[GOPRO_DRIVE_NAME]/MISC
strings wifi_config.bin | grep "password"

If the file wifi_config.bin encrypted (in new firmware), try using the utility GoPro Wi-Fi Password Viewer (downloadable on GitHub). It automatically decodes passwords from a memory dump.

What to do if there is no wifi_config.bin file?

In some firmware (for example, for Hero 9) passwords are stored in a file preferences.json inside the folder MISC/SETTINGS. Open it with any text editor and find the section "wireless" — there will be SSIDs and passwords in encrypted form. To decode, use online services like Base64 Decode (enter the line after "password":).

4. Viewing the password in the router settings (universal method)

If none of the previous methods work, you can find the password directly from the router. This method is model-independent. GoPro and it always works if you have access to the router's web interface.

Instructions:

1. Connect your computer or phone to the router via cable or Wi-Fi.
2. Open your browser and enter your router's IP address in the address bar (usually 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.8.1).
3. Enter your login and password (by default it is often admin/admin or indicated on the router sticker).
4. Go to the section Wi-Fi (or Wireless network, Wireless).
5. Find the field Password (or Password, Key) - the current security key will be there.

⚠️ Attention: If you have changed the default settings of your router but do not remember your login details, you will have to reset it to factory settings (button Reset on the back panel). After the reset, the Wi-Fi password will also return to the factory default (indicated on the sticker).

On routers with Keenetic firmware, passwords are stored in encrypted form and cannot be read in the interface. In this case, use a backup copy of the configuration (section System → Configuration → Save) and open the file in a text editor: look for the line <WPA-PSK>your_password</WPA-PSK>.

5. Using ADB for Android (Advanced Method)

If your phone is on Android ever connected to the same Wi-Fi network as GoPro, the password can be extracted through ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method requires enabling developer mode, but it works on 90% of devices.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer mode on your phone: go to Settings → About phone → Build number and tap on it 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → System → Developer Options and activate USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your computer and install ADB Tools (download from the website) Android Developers).
4. Open Command line (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) and enter:

   adb shell
   su
   cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml | grep -E 'SSID|PreSharedKey'

5. In the output, find the block with the required SSID — will be nearby PreSharedKey="your_password".

⚠️ Attention: On phones with Android 10+ And MIUI (Xiaomi) access to /data/misc/wifi/ may be blocked. In this case, you will need root rights.

Alternative without ADB: Use apps like WiFi Password Viewer (requires root) or WiFi Key Recovery (works on some firmware without root).

6. How to share Wi-Fi with GoPro (if you need to connect other devices)

If your goal is not just to find out the password, but use GoPro as a hotspot To share the Internet, do the following:

Instructions for Hero 11/12/13:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Access Point.
2. Activate the option Turn on the hotspot.
3. Set the network name (SSID) and password (minimum 8 characters).
4. Connect your phone or other gadget to the camera - GoPro will distribute the Internet if it is connected to the network via Wi-Fi or a USB modem.

⚠️ Attention: In access point mode GoPro drains quickly (the battery lasts ~1.5 hours). For long-term internet sharing, use external battery or connect the camera to the network via USB.

For older models (Hero 7/8/9):

• 🔹 The access point is enabled in the menu Settings → Wireless & Networks → GoPro App.
• 🔹 The default password is goprohero (can be changed).
• 🔹 Distribution speed is limited 2.4 GHz (maximum 10 Mbps).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Wi-Fi on GoPro

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password to which the GoPro was connected if the camera was reset to factory settings?

No. When resetting (Settings → Reset → Reset all settings) All saved networks are deleted. If the camera hasn't connected to the network since the reset, the password cannot be retrieved. Try other devices (phone, laptop) that have connected to this network before.

Why won't my GoPro connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi?

Most models GoPro (except Hero 12/13) support only 2.4 GHzIf your router distributes the network in two bands, disable it in the router settings. 5 GHz or create a separate network for 2.4 GHz.

How do I change my GoPro's Wi-Fi password if I forgot the old one?

If the camera is connected to the network, but you have forgotten the password:

1. Go to your router settings (see section 4) and change the password.
2. On GoPro remove the network from saved (Settings → Wi-Fi → Forget network).
3. Please reconnect with a new password.

Can you use a GoPro as a Wi-Fi repeater?

No, GoPro does not support repeater mode. To boost Wi-Fi, use specialized devices, such as TP-Link RE605X or Xiaomi Wi-Fi Repeater.

Why doesn't GoPro save my Wi-Fi password?

Possible reasons:

• 🔹 Password is too long (maximum 32 characters).
• 🔹 Special characters in the password (eg. #, $, %).
• 🔹 Unstable connection (the camera doesn't have time to save the settings).

Solution: Change the password on your router to a simpler one (for example, 12345678), connect GoPro again, then return the old password.