How to find the ByFly Wi-Fi password on a computer: all the methods

Forgot your home Wi-Fi password? ByFly, and there's no sticker with the data on your router? This situation is familiar to many: you connected the device a year ago, entered the security key, and then conveniently forgot about it. Fortunately, you can recover the password directly from your computer, without having to reset the modem. In this article, we'll look at it. all working methods For Windows 7/10/11, including hidden system functions and access to the router admin panel.

It doesn't matter if you're using a standard modem from ByFly (ZTE, Huawei, Sercomm) or third-party equipment - password search algorithms are universal. The main condition: the computer must be already connected to this network (via cable or Wi-Fi). If the connection is lost, physical access to the router will be required to reset it.

1. View the password through the Network and Sharing Center (Windows)

The easiest way is to use Windows' built-in tools. This method works if the computer currently connected to the network ByFly via Wi-Fi (not via cable!). The instructions are valid for all OS versions, starting from Windows 7.

Open Control Panel (find it through the search in the Start menu) and go to the section Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center. In the block View active networks Click on the name of your network ByFly (For example, byfly_1234 or HOME-ABCD).

In the window that opens, select Wireless network properties, then go to the tab Security. The field will appear here. Network security key — but by default the symbols are hidden. To see them, tick the box Show entered characters.

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Attention: If the field Security key empty or gray - it means that Windows did not save the password (for example, when connecting manually via netsh). In this case, use the methods in the following sections.

2. Command Prompt: A Universal Method for All Windows Versions

If the GUI does not show the password, try to get it through command lineThis method works even on older versions of Windows and does not require administrator rights (if you are already connected to the network).

Open Command line (Win + R → enter cmd → Enter) and run the command:

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

Replace NETWORK_NAME to the name of your network ByFly (For example, byfly_5678). In the execution results, find the block Security parameters - line Key content and will be your password.

This method is also suitable for guest networks (if the computer has connected to them), and for hidden SSIDs. The main thing is that the network profile has been saved in Windows at least once.

3. Accessing the ByFly router web interface

If the previous methods did not work (for example, the computer is connected via a cable), the password can be found out through router admin panelFor this you will need Device IP address, login and password to enter.

Standard data for most modems ByFly:

• 🌐 IP address: 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 (check the sticker on the router)
• 👤 Login: admin or user
• 🔑 Password: admin, password or the last octet of the IP (for example, 1 For 192.168.1.1)

Open your browser, enter the IP address in the address bar, and log in. Next, go to the Wi-Fi settings section (the path varies depending on the model):

• 📡 ZTE: Network → WLAN → Security
• 📡 Huawei: Basic → WLAN → WLAN Security
• 📡 Sercomm: Wireless → Security

The password will be in the field Pre-Shared Key, WPA Passphrase or similar.

What to do if the default password doesn't work?

If the factory login/password doesn't work, it means they've been changed. In this case, the only option is to reset the router to factory settings (press the button). Reset (on the back panel). After the reset, your login information will be reset to default, but all personal settings (including your Wi-Fi password) will be lost.

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Attention: If the router is rented from ByFly, resetting the settings may brick your device. In this case, please contact your provider's support team by phone. 123 (for subscribers of Belarus).

4. Viewing the password in Windows configuration files

Windows stores all saved Wi-Fi passwords in encrypted form in system files. They can be retrieved using specialized utilities Or manually through the registry. The latter method requires experience, so let's consider a programmatic approach.

Download the utility WirelessKeyView (free, portable version does not require installation) from the official website NirSoftAfter launching, the program will automatically display all saved networks and their passwords in the column Key (Ascii)Find your network in the list. ByFly — the corresponding string will be the desired key.

Alternative programs:

• 🔧 WiFi Password Revealer — displays passwords in a convenient interface with the ability to export.
• 🔧 Magical Jelly Bean WiFi Password Revealer - supports older versions of Windows.

5. Using PowerShell for Advanced Users

If the command prompt does not show the password, try PowerShell — a more powerful system management tool. Open it with administrator rights (Win + X → Windows PowerShell (Administrator)) and run the command:

(Get-NetAdapter -Name "Wi-Fi" | Get-NetConnectionProfile).Name; (Get-CimInstance -ClassName Win32_WirelessSecuritySetting).GetSecuritySettings().Dot11DefaultKeyContent

The first line will display the name of the current network, the second line will display its password. hexadecimal formatTo convert it into a readable format, use an online converter (for example, https://www.rapidtables.com/convert/number/hex-to-ascii.html) or PowerShell command:

[System.Text.Encoding]::ASCII.GetString((0..31 | ForEach-Object { [byte](Read-Host "Enter byte $_") }))

(Enter the password 2 characters at a time, as prompted by the system).

This method is useful if the password contains special characters (For example, #, $, Cyrillic), which may not be displayed correctly in standard utilities.

6. Alternative methods (if nothing helps)

If none of the methods work, consider the following options:

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Attention: The sticker on the router may contain default password (For example, byfly1234), but if it has been changed, it will be out of date. Don't confuse it with Wi-Fi Key or Network Key - this is the current password.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about ByFly Wi-Fi Passwords

Is it possible to find out the password if the computer is connected via cable?

Yes, but only through router web interface (section 3) or reset settingsMethods via Windows (sections 1, 2, 4) only work when connected via Wi-Fi.

Why is there no Security tab in the Network and Sharing Center?

This means Windows hasn't saved your network data. Possible causes:

• 🔌 The connection was via cable, not Wi-Fi.
• 🔄 The network is connected via a third-party utility (for example, Intel PROSet).
• 🚫 The network profile was manually deleted or reset.

Use alternative methods from this article.

How do I change the password on my ByFly router?

Go to the router's web interface (section 3), find the section Wireless Security (or similar) and change the value in the field Pre-Shared KeyAfter saving the change, all devices will be disconnected and will need to be reconnected with a new password.

What should I do if my router is locked after several unsuccessful login attempts?

Wait 5-10 minutes - most models ByFly temporarily block access after 3-5 incorrect attempts. If the blocking is not removed, reset the device using the reset button. Reset.

Is it possible to recover the password if the router is sent in for repair?

No, this is impossible without physical access to the device or data from the provider. Please contact support. ByFly with a passport - they will provide a temporary password or reissue the equipment.