Forgot your home or office Wi-Fi password and need to connect from a new device? Samsung Galaxy A50 with firmware One UI (Android 9-12) There are several ways to retrieve a saved password, from standard settings to hidden system functions. The main obstacle: starting with Android 10Google has removed the direct ability to view passwords in the interface, but workarounds remain.
This article covers current methods for Samsung A50 (models SM-A505F, SM-A505FN, SM-A505G etc.), including methods without root rights and using additional applications. We took into account the features One UI 2.0–4.1, where the path to the network settings may differ from "pure" Android. If your phone was updated through FOTASome menu items may be moved - alternative routes are provided below.
⚠️ Important: All methods only work for networks that the phone is connected to. already connected. If Samsung A50 I've never logged into this Wi-Fi network, so you won't be able to extract the password. Also, keep in mind that some methods require developer rights or temporary connection to a PC.
1. The standard method via settings (only for Android 9 and later firmware versions)
On Samsung Galaxy A50 With Android 9 Pie (One UI 1.x) The Wi-Fi password could be viewed directly in the network settings. However, after updating to Android 10+ This method stopped working - instead of a password the system shows asterisks (). If your phone is still on the old firmware, follow the instructions:
Open Settings → About device → Software information
Find the line Android version
If specified 9 — the method will work
If 10/11/12 - proceed to the next methods-->
Instructions for Android 9:
Go to
Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.Tap on the name of the desired network (it must be connected).
In the window that opens, click
Network management(orAdditionally).Activate the switch
Show password- under the linePasswordThe actual combination will be displayed.
⚠️ Attention: On firmware One UI 2.0+ (Android 10+) This menu item is missing or only displays stars. Don't waste time searching—use alternative methods.
If you have Android 10/11/12, but there is a button in the network settings Share (icon QR code), you can generate a code to connect another device. This won't reveal the password itself, but it will allow you to quickly transfer access:
- 📱 Click
Share→ scan the QR code with another phone. - 🔄 Alternative: Take a screenshot of the QR code and send it via messenger.
2. Using the Wi-Fi configuration file (without root)
All saved networks on Samsung A50 stored in the system file wpa_supplicant.confAccess to it is limited, but there is a workaround through ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method does not require root access, but it does require a computer with the drivers installed. Samsung and tool ADB.
Step-by-step instructions:
Download Platform Tools (official package from Google) and unzip it into a folder
C:\adb.Activate on your phone Developer mode:
- 🔧 Go to
Settings → About device → Software information. - 📱 Tap the line 7 times
Build number(a notification will appear saying "You have become a developer"). - 🔄 Return to
Settings → Developer optionsand turn it onUSB debugging.
- 🔧 Go to
Connect Samsung A50 to PC via USB (select mode File transfer).
Open Command Prompt (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute the commands in order:
cd C:\adb
adb devices
If the phone is recognized (the serial number appears), continue:
Find the line in the outputadb shell
su -c "cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml | grep -A 1 ssid"
<string name="PreSharedKey">PASSWORD</string>, Where PASSWORD — the password you are looking for.
adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml C:\wifi_passwords.xmlFile wifi_passwords.xml will be saved on drive C - open it with notepad and find the tag PreSharedKey.-->
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware versions Samsung file WifiConfigStore.xml encrypted. If the command output contains unreadable characters, this method won't work—move on to the next one.
3. Apps for viewing Wi-Fi passwords
IN Google Play There are utilities that extract saved passwords without root rights. For Samsung A50 will do:
- 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer (from Simone Dev) — shows passwords for connected networks, works on Android 10+.
- 📡 WiFi Key Recovery - supports One UI, but requires USB debugging to be enabled.
- 🛠️ Network Info II - displays technical data of the network, including
PSK(password) for some firmware.
How to use (using example) WiFi Password Viewer):
Download and install the application from Google Play.
Open it and grant access to
Wi-Fi settings(the system will ask for permission).In the list of networks, tap on the one you need - the password will be displayed in the field
PasswordorKey.
| Application | Does it require root? | Does it work on Android 10+? | Peculiarities |
|---|---|---|---|
| WiFi Password Viewer | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | Shows only saved networks |
| WiFi Key Recovery | ❌ No | ⚠️ Partially | USB debugging is required |
| Network Info II | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | Shows technical data, not always the password |
| Root Browser | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | Full access to system files |
⚠️ Warning: Some apps on the Play Market may contain malicious code. Before installing, check:
- 📌 Rating (must be above 4.0).
- 📌 Number of installations (from 100K+).
- 📌 Date of last update (not older than 6 months).
4. Viewing the password through the router
If to Samsung A50 If you only have one Wi-Fi connection and you can access the router, the easiest way is to view the password in the router's web interface. This method is universal and doesn't depend on the phone model.
Instructions:
Find out Router IP address:
- 📱 On Samsung A50 go to
Settings → Wi-Fi. - 📡 Tap on the connected network →
Network Management → Advanced. - 🔢 Find the line
Gateway(usually192.168.0.1or192.168.1.1).
- 📱 On Samsung A50 go to
Open a browser on any device (PC, phone) and enter the IP address in the address bar.
Enter your login and password to log in (usually admin/admin or indicated on the router sticker).
Go to the section Wi-Fi (or Wireless network, Wireless) → Security settings.
Find the field PSK password or Network key — the current password is displayed here.
🔹 Popular router models and password recovery methods:
- 📶 TP-Link:
Wireless → Wireless Security → Password. - 📶 ASUS:
Wireless Network → Authentication Settings → WPA Pre-Shared Key. - 📶 Xiaomi:
Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Settings → Password. - 📶 Keenetic:
Home Network → Wi-Fi Segment → Network Key.
⚠️ Attention: If you're not a network administrator (for example, if you're connected to an office Wi-Fi network), this method won't work—access to the router's settings is usually limited.
5. Resetting the router settings (extreme case)
If none of these methods help, and Wi-Fi access is critical, you can reset the router to factory settings. This will delete all custom settings., including the password, network name, and associated devices. The new password will be located on the router sticker (standard admin or a combination of 8 digits).
How to reset:
Find the button on your router
Reset(usually recessed into the body).Take a paper clip or a toothpick and press the button on 10-15 seconds.
Wait for the reboot (the indicators will blink and light up steadily).
Connect to the network with the default name (eg
TP-Link_1234) and use the password from the sticker.
⚠️ Consequences of the reset:
- 🔌 All devices will be disconnected from Wi-Fi.
- 🔒 Port settings,
DMZ,DNSAndIPTVwill reset. - 📡 You'll have to set it up again
PPPoE(if used).
What to do if resetting doesn't help?
If the router does not distribute the Internet after a reset:
1. Check the connection of the provider cable (it should be in the port WAN).
2. Reboot the router (unplug it from the socket for 30 seconds).
3. Update the firmware via the web interface (section System or Update).
If the problem persists, contact your provider (it may be a MAC address issue).
6. Alternative methods (for advanced users)
If standard methods don't work, you can try advanced techniques. These require technical skills or additional equipment.
6.1. Extracting the password via TWRP (requires an unlocked bootloader)
If on Samsung A50 custom recovery installed TWRP, you can manually copy the file with passwords:
Turn off your phone and hold
Power + Volume Upto enter Recovery Mode.Select
Mount → System.Connect your phone to your PC and copy the file
/data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml.Open the file on your PC and find the tag
<string name="PreSharedKey">.
6.2 Using an OTG cable and file manager
By using OTG adapter and USB flash drives you can copy system files:
- 🔌 Connect the flash drive to your phone via OTG.
- 📁 Install FX File Explorer or Root Browser.
- 🔍 Go to
/data/misc/wifi/and copyWifiConfigStore.xmlto a flash drive.
6.3. Social engineering (if the router is not yours)
If you're connected to someone else's network (for example, at a cafe or at a friend's), politely ask for the password. Alternatives:
- 📋 Ask to generate QR code to connect.
- 🔄 Offer to temporarily connect your device via
WPS(button on the router).
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Is it possible to find the Wi-Fi password on a Samsung A50 without a computer?
Yes, if you have Android 9 - through the network settings. On Android 10+ the app will help WiFi Password Viewer (without root). You can also use QR code to transfer access to another device.
❓ Why are there asterisks instead of a password in the Wi-Fi settings?
Starting from Android 10Google has banned displaying passwords in plaintext for security reasons. This is a system limitation, not a bug. Samsung A50.
❓ Does the ADB method work on all Samsung A50 firmware versions?
No. On some versions. One UI (especially after security updates) file WifiConfigStore.xml encrypted. If the command adb outputs unreadable characters, the method will not work.
Is it possible to find out my neighbors' passwords through my Samsung A50?
No. The phone only shows passwords for networks that already connectedForeign networks (even if they are within range) remain hidden.
❓ What should I do if I forgot my router password?
Reset the router using the button Reset (hold for 10-15 seconds). After reboot, use the default password from the sticker (for example, admin or 8 digits).