This article tells you how to find your Wi-Fi password on iOS 16. It also shows how to share it from iPhones with iOS 11-15. Additionally, it gives options for finding an iPhone password on your Mac.
How to discover your Wi-Fi password on an iPhone with iOS 16 and newer versions
Follow these steps to locate the password on an iPhone using iOS 16:
- Navigate to Settings on your device.
- Select Wi-Fi.
- Choose the network you’re connected to.
- Tap on Password. You’ll be asked to confirm your identity using Touch ID, Face ID, or a passcode.
Sharing Wi-Fi passwords on iOS versions 11 to 15
Sharing Wi-Fi passwords between iPhones is a breeze, no need to manually type in long passwords! As long as both iPhones have recent software updates (iOS 11 or later), you can easily share the network with a few taps.
This is especially helpful when you’re setting up a new iPhone or want to connect a friend’s device to your Wi-Fi.
To utilize this function, you must meet certain requirements:
- Both devices must have iOS 11 or later.
- Your friend’s Apple ID should be in your Contacts.
- Bluetooth needs to be turned on on both devices.
If those conditions are fulfilled, here’s what you should do:
- Hold your iPhone close to your friend’s iPhone (or iPad).
- Your friend should attempt to connect to the desired Wi-Fi network using their iPhone.
- Tap “Share Password” when the “Share Your Wi-Fi” window appears on your iPhone.
- Your Wi-Fi password will be transmitted to your friend’s device, allowing them to connect to your network.
- Tap “Done” on your iPhone to complete the process.
How to locate the Wi-Fi password for your Personal Hotspot
If you use Personal Hotspot, you have more options.
Personal Hotspot allows you to share your iPhone’s cellular data with nearby devices over Wi-Fi.
Others can connect to your iPhone’s Wi-Fi by entering your Personal Hotspot password.
Your iPhone acts as a Wi-Fi router when you use Personal Hotspot.
Finding your Personal Hotspot password is simple. Just follow these steps:
- Open Settings on your iPhone.
- Select Personal Hotspot.
- Find the Wi-Fi Password section. This is the password for your Personal Hotspot. Share it with those who want to connect to your iPhone via Wi-Fi.
How to View a Wi-Fi Password with iCloud Keychain on a Mac
Your iPhone stores numerous passwords for websites, apps, and Wi-Fi networks in the Keychain. This program saves your login details and assists by automatically filling them into login forms.
If you own a Mac, you can access Wi-Fi passwords through the iCloud Keychain. iCloud Keychain functions like Keychain but saves usernames in your iCloud account instead of locally on your Mac or iPhone.
Logins stored in iCloud can synchronize across your iCloud-connected devices. This means that a Wi-Fi password saved on your iPhone can be seen on a Mac. Here’s how:
- Begin by ensuring the iCloud Keychain is activated on your iPhone. Open the Settings app.
- Tap your name located at the top of the Settings screen.
- Select iCloud.
- Choose Keychain.
- Slide the iCloud Keychain toggle to the on/green position.
- Next, on your Mac, click on the Apple menu in the top right corner, then choose System Preferences.
- Click on iCloud (in macOS Catalina (10.15), click on Apple ID first).
- Check the box beside Keychain to activate iCloud Keychain and sync the password from your iPhone to your Mac. This process might take a minute or two.
- Then, launch the Keychain Access program on your Mac. You can easily do this by using the Spotlight search tool. Press the Command+Space bar, type Keychain Access, and hit Return.
- In the Search box, enter the name of the Wi-Fi network whose password you need.
- Double-click on the Wi-Fi network in the search results.
- Tick the box beside Show password.
- Input your Mac login password when prompted.
- The Wi-Fi network password will be displayed in the Show password field.
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How to Find Your Wi-Fi Password in Router Settings
Another method to find your Wi-Fi password using your iPhone is by accessing your Wi-Fi router directly. While it’s not the same as finding it on your iPhone, it provides the necessary information.
You’re going directly to the Wi-Fi router to obtain the password. Every Wi-Fi router permits you to access and adjust settings like the password. Here’s how:
- Ensure your iPhone is connected to the Wi-Fi network you wish to find the password for.
- Access Settings.
- Select Wi-Fi.
- Tap the small “i” icon next to the Wi-Fi network name.
- Locate the Router field and note down the number displayed there (this is the router’s IP address). It may be something like 192.168.0.1, but it could vary.
- In your iPhone’s web browser, enter the IP address you noted in the previous step.
- You’ll need to log into your router. To access it as an administrator, you’ll require the username and password you set up when initially configuring the router. Ensure you have this information accessible. Alternatively, if you haven’t changed the default username and password (although it’s recommended to do so), it might be something basic like admin/admin.
- After logging into your router, the steps for finding the Wi-Fi password may vary slightly depending on the router model. Look for options related to settings or the Wi-Fi network name to proceed.
Where Can I Find the Password on My iPhone?
iPhones running iOS 15 and earlier don’t allow viewing saved Wi-Fi passwords directly on the device. While your iPhone can remember and automatically connect to saved networks, there’s no built-in way to see the password itself.
The good news is that iOS 16 allows access to the password of the connected Wi-Fi network. Additionally, there are other methods to retrieve passwords on your iPhone.
FAQs
How to send a Wi-Fi password from an iPhone to an Android device?
- Get a QR code generator app on your iPhone.
- Make a QR code with your Wi-Fi info (name, password, security type).
- Scan the QR code with the Android device’s camera to connect to the Wi-Fi.
How to share a Wi-Fi password from a Windows laptop to an iPhone?
Finding Wi-Fi passwords on Windows is tricky. Luckily, you can retrieve a forgotten password stored on your computer.
Go to your network settings, find the network name, and click on security settings. There’s a checkbox to reveal the password, making it easier to copy and connect other devices to the Wi-Fi.
How to connect to Wi-Fi without a password on an iPhone?
iPhones have a handy feature that lets you share Wi-Fi passwords with other iPhones. This is especially useful since iPhones can’t use WPS, a common method for connecting to routers without a password.
If you’re setting up a new iPhone or need to connect to a friend’s Wi-Fi, you can borrow their iPhone to easily share the password with yours. This eliminates the need to manually enter the password, which can be a hassle on a small touchscreen.
