We all have encountered forgetting a WiFi password, either when trying to connect to a new device or just wondering what the WiFi password is. Most WiFi users forget because they are using an ISP provider router, which comes with a complicated default security key. Today we will share some of the methods you can try to get your WiFi password hands-on. We will begin with the easiest way and then move on to more complex methods.
Android
Yes, you can use your Android device, which is already connected to the same network. If running Android 10 or higher, follow the following instructions:
- Open the device settings.
- Head over to Network & Internet.
- Go to Internet/WiFi and look for a connected WiFi network.
- Click on the Settings icon, and from there, tap on the Share icon.
- It will display the QR code alongside the password written in plain text at the bottom.
- That’s it!
iPhone
iOS doesn’t come that quickly, but with the introduction of iOS 16, You should have an iPhone 8 or higher to receive the iOS 16 update or an iPad with an A9 CPU. To check, here are the step-by-step instructions:
- Open Device Settings and go to WiFi settings.
- From there, click on a network.
- In the next menu, you have the password option.
- Tap on it, and authenticate by entering a biometric or code.
- Once you enter, you have your WiFi password.
- To copy, tap on it, and that’s it!
Windows
- Open your control panel and head over to the Network and Sharing Centre.
- From there, you have Network Connection on the left panel.
- After that, you have a network to choose from.
- Select your WiFi, and then click on Status.
- Choose Wireless Properties, and then go to Security.
- There, you have the option to unveil your password by checking the checkbox for “Show characters.”
Mac
It is quite easy on the Mac; for this, here is a quick guide.
- Search for Keychain Access.
- Open it, and then switch to a wireless network.
- Click on it, and then check the “Show password” checkbox, which appears at the bottom.
- There you have your password.
Thanks for being with us; hopefully, this article remains helpful for you, and you have successfully found your lost WiFi password. If there is any query, share it with us in the comments below. Stay tuned for further updates in the future on the same.