How to find the Wi-Fi password on the Honor 8S: all methods (including EMUI 9.1)

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 piece of paper with the code? Honor 8S with firmware EMUI 9.1 (based on Android 9 Pie) There are several ways to extract a saved password - both with standard tools and with third-party ones. The main thing is that you must have access to the phone itself (unlocked screen) and administrator rights (for some methods).

In this article we will analyze all current methods — from simple viewing through settings to working with system files. Please note: some methods require root rights, but we'll point out where you can get around them. We'll also explain why. On the Honor 8S, you can't see the Wi-Fi password through the standard "Connections" menu. (unlike phones running pure Android) and what to do about it.

If you are looking for a method for another model Honor (e.g. 8X or 10 Lite), the principles will be similar, but the menu paths may differ. Check the EMUI version in your phone's settings (Settings → About phone → EMUI version).

1. Why is there no "Show password" option in the Wi-Fi settings on the Honor 8S?

Smartphone owners Honor 8S often encounter the problem that in the menu of the connected Wi-Fi network there is no button "Show password" or "Share password" (as in Samsung or Xiaomi). The reason lies in the security policy. EMUI:

• 🔒 Huawei/Honor restrictionsThe company intentionally hides passwords to protect against unauthorized access. Even if you own the device, the system doesn't allow you to view the stored keys without additional manipulation.
• 📱 EMUI version: On Honor 8S It's right out of the box EMUI 9.1, where the password viewing feature is disabled by default. Newer versions (EMUI 10+) now feature a QR code for network sharing, but not direct viewing.
• 🛡️ Android 9 Security: It is based on Android Pie, where Google has tightened controls over access to system data, including Wi-Fi passwords.

This isn't a bug or an error—it's how the firmware is programmed. But it's possible to bypass this limitation, and we'll show you how below.

⚠️ Attention: If your Honor 8S updated to EMUI 10/11 via HiSuite, the menu paths may differ. Check the version in Settings → About phone.

2. Method 1: View the password through the file manager (without root)

This method works if the phone no screen lock password set (PIN, pattern or fingerprint). Otherwise, you will need root or reset settings. Instructions:

1. Install any file manager with access to system folders, for example FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer (enable "Root access" mode in them, if available).
2. Follow the path:

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

   Or an alternative way (for some EMUI versions):

   /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStoreSoftAp.xml

3. Open the file in a text editor and find the line <string name="PreSharedKey">...The password will be encrypted between the tags.
4. Decipher it using online services (eg. Wireshark with a Wi-Fi plugin) or apps like WiFi Password Viewer.

If the folder /data/misc/wifi/ unavailable - it means that the phone has protection enabled, and without root rights It is not possible to read the file.

Installed file manager with root access|

No screen lock (or knowledge of PIN code)|

XML File Skills|

Internet access to decrypt the password-->

⚠️ Warning: Changing or deleting files in the folder /data/misc/wifi/ This may cause your Wi-Fi connection to fail. Make a backup before editing!

3. Method 2: Using password viewing apps

If manually manipulating files seems too complicated, you can use specialized utilities. They automatically extract saved passwords from system databases. The best options for Honor 8S:

Algorithm of actions for WiFi Key Recovery:

1. Install the application and provide root access (if requested).
2. Run a scan of saved networks.
3. Find the desired Wi-Fi network in the list and tap it - the password will be displayed.
4. Copy it or share via QR code (if supported).

If you don't have root, try WiFi Password Viewer, but be prepared for the fact that it will not show all networks.

Via file manager|

Using the app|

Via backup|

Another option-->

4. Method 3: Export Wi-Fi settings via backup (ADB)

This is a semi-automatic method that does not require root, but it does require command line skills and a computer. The gist: we create a backup copy of the Wi-Fi settings via ADB, and then we extract the password from it.

What you will need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed drivers Honor 8S And ADB Tools (you can download it from official Android website).
• 📱 Enabled USB debugging on your phone (Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times) → Settings → System → Developer options → USB debugging).
• 🔌 USB cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Connect Honor 8S to the computer and confirm debugging permission on the phone.
2. Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) and enter:

   adb backup -f wifi_backup.ab -shared

   A backup window will appear on your phone - select only "Wi-Fi" and confirm.

3. Once copying is complete, open the file wifi_backup.ab using an archiver (for example, 7-Zip) or convert it to a readable format using Android Backup Extractor.
4. In the extracted data, find the file wpa_supplicant.conf — it will contain networks and passwords in clear text.

This method works on EMUI 9.1, but may not work on newer versions due to changes in backup policy.

5. Method 4: View the password through the router (if you have access)

If you have access to the router's web interface, this is the most reliable method—it doesn't depend on your phone model or firmware version. It's suitable for situations where Honor 8S connected to the home network, but forgotten the password.

How to find out the password:

1. Find out the IP address of your router. Honor 8S this can be done in Settings → Wi-Fi → [your network] → Manage network (look at the "Gateway" line). Usually it is 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1.
2. Enter this IP into the address bar of the browser on your computer or phone (connected to the same network).
3. Log in (default logins/passwords are indicated on the router sticker: usually admin/admin or admin/password).
4. Go to the section Wireless (or "Wireless network", "Wi-Fi") and find the field Pre-Shared Key (or "PSK Password"). This will contain the current network key.

If you can't access your router settings (for example, you forgot your administrator login/password), the only option left is to reset the router to factory settings using the button Reset on the back panel. But this will disconnect all users from the network!

What should I do if I have a router from a provider and I don't have access to the settings?

Many providers block access to the web interface of rental routers. In this case:

1. Call your provider's support team and ask for your Wi-Fi password (they can reset it or tell you).

2. Ask to send you an SMS with connection details (some providers provide this service).

3. If the router is yours but blocked, reset it to factory settings (button Reset for 10 seconds). The sticker with the data is usually on the bottom of the device.

6. Method 5: Reset network settings (last resort)

If none of these methods work and Wi-Fi access is critical, you can reset the network settings on your phone. This will delete all saved passwords, but will allow you to reconnect if you know the current key (for example, it's written on the router).

How to reset:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset network settings (or "Reset Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile networks").
3. Confirm the action. The phone will reboot.
4. After rebooting, reconnect to Wi-Fi - the system will ask for a password.

⚠️ Warning: This method will remove all saved Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth pairing, and mobile internet settings (APN). Use this only if other methods fail!

7. Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find out the Wi-Fi password on Honor 8S Users often encounter typical problems. Let's look at the most common ones:

• 🚫 "WifiConfigStore.xml file not found"This means the file path has changed in your EMUI version. Try searching by keyword. wifi in folders /data/misc/ or /data/vendor/.
• 🔑 "The app asks for root, but I don't have it.": Without root, most utilities are useless. The alternative is to use ADB (method 4) or reset network settings.
• 📵 "The phone won't connect to Wi-Fi after some manipulation."You may have corrupted the configuration file. Try restarting your phone or resetting your network settings.
• 🔍 "The password in the file is encrypted": Use online Wi-Fi decoders (eg. ASCII-to-Hex) or applications like WiFi Password Decryptor.

If you get an error adb: device unauthorized, make sure USB debugging is enabled on your phone and you have trusted the computer in the pop-up window.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to find the Wi-Fi password on an Honor 8S without rooting?

Yes, but with limitations. You can:

• Use ADB backup (method 4) if USB debugging is enabled.
• View the password in the router settings (method 5), if you have access.
• Use apps like WiFi Password Viewer, but they will not show all networks.

Without root, it is impossible to read system files directly.

Why did the old methods stop working after the EMUI update?

Huawei regularly tightens its security policies in new versions of EMUI. For example:

• IN EMUI 10+ access blocked /data/misc/wifi/ even with root.
• IN EMUI 11 Wi-Fi backup via ADB is disabled.

If your Honor 8S Updated, try the router or network reset methods.

Is it possible to find out someone else's Wi-Fi password using their Honor 8S?

Technically, yes, if the phone has previously connected to this network and the password is saved. But:

• This is a violation Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (illegal access to computer information).
• The network owner can track your MAC address and file a complaint with your ISP.

We do not recommend using these methods to access other people's networks.

What to do if none of the methods work?

There are two options left:

1. Reset the router settings using the button Reset (on the back panel) and set up Wi-Fi again. The password will be on the router's sticker.
2. Contact your provider—they can reset your password remotely or send it via SMS.

Will Magisk work to root Honor 8S?

Theoretically yes, but with some reservations:

• EMUI 9.1 on Honor 8S has a closed bootloader (bootloader). To unlock, you need an official code from Huawei, but the company stopped issuing them in 2018.
• Alternative methods (e.g. through vulnerabilities) may lead to brick (breakdown) of the phone.
• If you only need root to view your Wi-Fi password, it's easier to use ADB or reset the network.