How to find the Wi-Fi password on a Xiaomi router: all methods (including Mi Router 4A/4C/5G)

Forgot the password for your home Wi-Fi, which is distributed by your router? Xiaomi? The situation is familiar to many: you connected a device a year ago, wrote down the combination on a piece of paper, and now it's lost. Luckily, there are several ways to restore network access, and most of them don't require technical skills. In this article, we'll look at how. all current methods for models Mi Router 4A, 4C, 5G, AX1800 and others, including cases when you don’t even remember your admin panel login.

Important: If the router belongs to the provider (for example, Rostelecom or MTS (The password may be written in the contract or on the device's box.) Otherwise, follow the instructions below. We've deliberately arranged the methods from easiest to most difficult—start with the first and move on if it doesn't work.

1. Look at the password on the router label

The quickest way is to check the factory sticker on the back or bottom of the router. On models Xiaomi It is usually white with black text and contains:

• 🔹 SSID (Wi-Fi network name) - for example, Xiaomi_1234
• 🔑 Password/Key (password) - a combination of 8+ characters (numbers, letters, sometimes hyphens)
• 🌐 Control panel address — 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com

⚠️ Attention: If you changed the password after the first setup, the data on the label outdated — they only show factory settings. In this case, proceed to the next method.

2. Find out the password through the router control panel

If you have access to the router's web interface (you know the administrator's login and password), follow the instructions:

1. Connect to the router via cable (LAN-port) or via Wi-Fi (if other devices are connected).
2. Open your browser and type in the address bar 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com. Click Enter.
3. Enter the administrator login and password (default - admin And admin, if you haven't changed it).
4. Go to the section Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Settings (or Wireless network).
5. The password will be displayed in the field Wi-Fi password or Wireless Password (may be hidden behind the dots - click the eye 👁️ to show it).

🔧 If you can't log in: Try resetting the administrator password through the app. Mi WiFi (see method 4) or reset the router to factory settings (method 5).

Connecting to a router (cable or Wi-Fi)

Correctness of the address (192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com)

Administrator login/password (default admin/admin)

Disabling VPN/proxy in your browser-->

3. Use the Mi WiFi app (official method)

Application Mi WiFi (previously Mi Router) allows you to manage your router from your smartphone, including viewing your Wi-Fi password. Download it:

• 📱 Android (Google Play)
• 🍎 iOS (App Store)

After installation:

1. Connect to the router's network (even if without internet).
2. Open the app and select your router from the list.
3. Enter the administrator password (if prompted).
4. Go to Wi-Fi → Settings — the password will be in the field Password.

⚠️ Attention: If the router is linked to an account Xiaomi, but you forgot your login details, restore them through official websiteWithout linking an account, some app features may be unavailable.

What should I do if the app doesn't see the router?

1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to the router's Wi-Fi (not mobile data).

2. Reboot the router (turn off the power for 10 seconds).

3. Update the app to the latest version.

4. Check if the router's app control mode is enabled (in the web interface: More → Control via Mi WiFi).

4. View the password on the connected device (Windows, Android, macOS)

If other devices (laptop, phone, tablet) are already connected to your network, you can retrieve the password from their settings. Instructions for different operating systems:

🖥️ Windows 10/11

1. Click Win + R, enter ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
2. Right-click on your Wi-Fi connection → Status → Wireless Network Properties.
3. Go to the tab Security and check the box Show entered characters.

📱 Android (without root)

On most smartphones, you can only view the password with permissions root, but some manufacturers (for example, Xiaomi, Samsung) allow you to do this through the settings:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on your network → Share (or QR code).
3. Enter your device's PIN or password—the system will display the password in text or QR code.

🍎 macOS

1. Open Programs → Utilities → Keychain.
2. Find the name of your Wi-Fi network in the list.
3. Double click on it and check the box Show password.

1. Launch Command line on behalf of the administrator.

2. Enter:

netsh wlan show profile name="NETWORK_NAME" key=clear

3. Find the line Key content.

5. Reset the router to factory settings (if nothing helps)

If you don't remember your Wi-Fi password or your admin panel login details, there's one last option left: full resetAll router settings will be reset to factory defaults, including:

• 🔄 Wi-Fi name and password (will be as on the label)
• 🔐 Administrator login/password (admin/admin)
• ⚙️ All personal settings (guest access, parental controls, etc.)

🔧 How to reset:

1. Find the button on the back of the router. Reset (small hole).
2. Take a paper clip or a toothpick and press and hold the button 10-15 secondsuntil the indicators start flashing.
3. Release the button and the router will reboot (it will take 1–2 minutes).
4. Connect to the network with the factory name (see the label) and configure the router again.

⚠️ Attention: After the reset, all devices will be disconnected from Wi-Fi. Please have the necessary reconfiguration information ready (network name, password, and provider settings if your router requires PPPoE).

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The table below provides a brief comparison of all methods, indicating their complexity and application conditions:

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find a password, users often encounter typical problems. Here are the most common ones and their solutions:

• 🚫 The control panel does not open (192.168.31.1):
  Check your connection to the router (cable or Wi-Fi). Try a different browser or clear your cache. If the address doesn't work, try miwifi.com or 192.168.0.1.
• 🔒 Forgotten administrator password:
  Use the app Mi WiFi to reset or perform a hard reset (method 5). On some models, you can restore access via the linked account. Xiaomi.
• 📶 The router does not distribute Wi-Fi after a reset:
  Wait 2-3 minutes—the device may take a long time to boot up. If the indicators are erratic, unplug the power for 30 seconds and then plug it back in.
• 📱 The Mi WiFi app doesn't detect the router:
  Make sure your smartphone is connected to the router's network (not mobile data). Update the app and reboot the router.

💡 Advice: After restoring Wi-Fi access save your password in a safe place - for example, in a password manager (Google Password Manager, 1Password) or on paper in a safe. Avoid obvious combinations like 12345678 or qwerty - they are easy to hack.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi password without access to the router?

Yes, if you have a device (laptop, phone) that is already connected to this network. Use the instructions in method 4 for your operating system. Without connected devices or access to the router, it's impossible to find the password—this is a security measure.

I reset my router, but the factory password on the label doesn't work. What should I do?

The label may have worn off, or you're looking at the wrong router. Try this:

1. Connect via cable and go to the control panel at the address 192.168.31.1 (login/password after reset - admin/admin).
2. Check the network name (SSID) on the label - it should match the one broadcast by the router.
3. If nothing helps, contact support Xiaomi with a photograph of the label and serial number.

How to protect your Xiaomi router from hacking after password recovery?

After resetting or changing your password:

• 🔐 Change the default administrator login/password (admin/admin) to complex (for example, MyXiaomiRouter!2026).
• 🛡️ Turn on WPA3 in Wi-Fi security settings (if supported).
• 🚫 Disable remote control of the router via the Internet (More → Remote Access).
• 📱 Link your router to your account Xiaomi for additional protection.

Is it possible to find out a neighbor's Wi-Fi password through a Xiaomi router?

No, it is impossible and illegal. Routers Xiaomi (Like any other) do not allow viewing passwords of other people's networks. Attempts to hack someone else's Wi-Fi violate Article 272 of the Russian Criminal Code ("Unauthorized access to computer information") and may result in a fine or criminal liability.

After resetting, the router requires PPPoE configuration. What should I do?

This means that your provider uses login/password authentication (often Rostelecom, Beeline, MTS). Connection details:

• 📄 Look in your contract with your provider (section "Connection details").
• 📞 Call your provider's support team and ask for your PPPoE login/password.
• 🌐 Check your personal account on the provider's website.

In the router control panel, select the connection type PPPoE and enter the received data.