How to Find Your WiFi Password on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android

We’ve all been there: a friend visits and asks for the WiFi password, and you realize you have no idea what it is. You typed it in years ago and your devices just reconnect automatically. The good news is that your password is saved somewhere — you just need to know where to look.

This guide covers every major platform, from Windows and macOS to iPhone and Android, plus how to retrieve the password directly from your router if all else fails.

How to Find Your WiFi Password on Windows

Windows saves the passwords of every network you’ve ever connected to. You have two options: a graphical method (easiest) or Command Prompt (works for any saved network, not just the one you’re currently on).

Method 1: Settings App (Windows 10 and 11)

1. Press Windows + I to open Settings.
2. Go to Network & Internet → Wi-Fi → Manage known networks.
3. Click the network you want, then click the View button next to “View Wi-Fi security key.”
4. Your password appears in a pop-up window.

Method 2: Control Panel (Currently Connected Network)

1. Open Control Panel → Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click the active Wi-Fi network name (shown as a blue hyperlink).
3. Click Wireless Properties → Security tab.
4. Check Show characters to reveal the password in the Network security key field.

Method 3: Command Prompt (Any Saved Network)

This method lets you pull the password for any network your PC has ever connected to — even if you’re not currently on it.

1. Press Windows + S, type cmd, right-click Command Prompt, and select Run as administrator.
2. To list all saved networks, run: netsh wlan show profiles
3. To see the password for a specific network, run: netsh wlan show profile name="NETWORK_NAME" key=clear (replace NETWORK_NAME with the exact network name).
4. Look for Key Content under the Security settings section — that’s your password.

How to Find Your WiFi Password on Mac

macOS stores WiFi passwords in the system Keychain. The method depends on which version of macOS you’re running.

macOS Sequoia (15): Passwords App

1. Open the Passwords app (new in macOS Sequoia).
2. Authenticate with Touch ID or your Mac password.
3. Click the Wi-Fi tile, select your network, and hover over the Password field to reveal it.

macOS Ventura, Sonoma, and Sequoia: System Settings

1. Open System Settings → Network.
2. For your current network, click the three-dot ellipsis (…) next to it and select Copy Password.
3. For previously connected networks, click Advanced…, then click the ellipsis next to any saved network and select Copy Password.

All macOS Versions: Keychain Access

1. Press Command + Space, type Keychain Access, and press Enter.
2. In the sidebar, select Login, then the Passwords category.
3. Search for your network name.
4. Double-click the entry and check Show password.
5. Enter your Mac administrator password when prompted — the password is now visible.

How to Find Your WiFi Password on iPhone or iPad

Apple added native WiFi password visibility in iOS 16 — no jailbreak or third-party app needed. If you’re on iOS 15 or earlier, your only option is the router method below.

Currently Connected Network (iOS 16+)

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the Info (i) button next to your current network.
3. Tap the Password field.
4. Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode to reveal it.

Previously Saved Networks (iOS 16+)

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi, then tap Edit in the upper-right corner.
2. Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.
3. Tap the Info (i) button next to any saved network, then tap the Password field.

iOS 18: Passwords App

On iOS 18, you can also open the Passwords app, authenticate, and tap your Wi-Fi network entry to see the password directly.

How to Find Your WiFi Password on Android

Android 10 and later can display saved passwords, usually as a QR code with the plain-text password shown beneath it. The exact steps vary slightly by manufacturer.

Stock Android / Google Pixel (Android 10+)

1. Go to Settings → Network & Internet → Internet.
2. Tap the gear icon next to the connected network, then tap Share.
3. Authenticate with your fingerprint, PIN, or pattern.
4. A QR code appears — the plain-text password is displayed below it.

If the plain-text password isn’t shown below the QR code, save the image, open it in Google Photos, tap the Lens icon, and read the decoded text. The password follows the P: field in the format WIFI:T:WPA;S:NetworkName;P:YourPasswordHere;;.

Samsung Galaxy / One UI 6+ (Android 14–15)

1. Go to Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the gear icon next to your current network.
3. Tap the crossed-out eye icon in the password field.
4. Authenticate with face, fingerprint, PIN, or password to reveal it.

For networks you’re not currently connected to, tap the three-dot menu (⋮) → Advanced Settings → Manage Networks, then tap the network and follow steps 2–4 above.

How to Find Your WiFi Password From Your Router

If none of the above methods work — maybe you’re setting up a new device and have no others handy — you can always retrieve the password from the router itself.

Method 1: Router Admin Panel

1. Connect to your router via Ethernet or WiFi.
2. Find your router’s IP address (the Default Gateway). On Windows, open Command Prompt and run ipconfig. On iPhone, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → tap your network. Common addresses: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.0.1, or 10.0.0.1.
3. Type that IP address into your browser’s address bar (not the search box).
4. Log in with your router admin credentials (different from your WiFi password — defaults are often printed on the router label).
5. Navigate to Wireless, Wi-Fi, or WLAN settings.
6. Find the Wireless Password, Passphrase, or Network Key field — it may be hidden behind a “show” toggle.

Method 2: Router Label

If the WiFi password has never been changed from the factory default, it’s printed on a label on the bottom, back, or side of your router. Look for a field labeled Wi-Fi Password, Network Key, WPA Key, or Passphrase. The default is usually a long random string — copy it exactly, including capitalization.

Important: If the password has been changed since the router was set up, the label will no longer be accurate. Use the admin panel method instead.

What If None of These Work?

If you can’t log into the router admin panel because you’ve forgotten the admin password, your last resort is a factory reset. Press and hold the recessed reset button on the router (you’ll need a pin or paperclip) for 10–30 seconds. This restores the default credentials from the label — but it also wipes all your custom settings, so you’ll need to reconfigure your network.

Once you’ve recovered your password, consider storing it in a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password so you never lose it again. And if you’re thinking about tightening up your network security at the same time, see our guide on how to secure your WiFi network for a full checklist.