Here are ways to show or find Wi-Fi passwords for different devices:
Android Phones
- On modern Android versions (10+), go to Settings > Wi-Fi or Network & internet > Saved Networks.
- Select the network you want to see the password for.
- Tap "Share" and authenticate with face, fingerprint, or PIN.
- The Wi-Fi password will be displayed below a QR code.
- Some Android phones like Samsung may show dots for the password but tapping an info icon and authenticating reveals it.
- If your phone doesn't have a direct option, scanning the QR code with Google Lens can reveal the password from the QR code.
iPhone (iOS)
- Apps like "Wifi Password View" let you scan nearby networks and see saved passwords, generate QR codes, and more, especially with iOS 16 and later.
Windows PC
- Open Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi > Known Networks.
- Select your network, go to Wireless Properties > Security tab.
- Check "Show characters" to reveal the saved password.
Mac
- Usually done through the Keychain Access app to view saved Wi-Fi passwords.
There are also third-party apps for Android and iPhone that recover saved Wi- Fi passwords, generate QR codes, and allow sharing of passwords for convenience.
In summary, checking saved Wi-Fi passwords often requires navigating to the saved networks area in settings, authenticating, and then viewing the password either directly or via a QR code scan. The exact steps depend on the device brand and OS version. If the goal is to show a Wi-Fi password on your device, the approach above based on the device type is the most common and effective way to do so.
