How to Find Your WiFi Password on Android

There are several reasons why you might need to find your WiFi password on your Android device. Perhaps you’ve forgotten it and need to reconnect a device, or maybe you want to share your WiFi credentials with a guest. Fortunately, viewing your saved WiFi password and network name (SSID) on Android is quite simple. Modern Android versions don’t even require third-party apps.

How to Find WiFi SSID & Password on Android (Android 10 and above)

If your phone is running Android 10 or later, and you’re currently connected to the WiFi network in question:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap on WiFi.
3. Tap the name of the network you’re currently connected to.
4. Tap the Share button.
5. Verify your phone’s security (PIN, pattern, password, etc., if applicable).
6. A QR code will appear. Scanning this code with another device will allow it to connect to the network.
7. The same screen will also display the network’s SSID and password in plain text. You can copy this information for safekeeping.

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How to Find WiFi Password on Samsung Devices

Samsung devices have a slightly different process:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap on WiFi and select the network you’re currently connected to.
3. Tap the cogwheel** icon next to the network name.
4. Tap on QR Code.
5. A QR code will be displayed. You can either scan it with another device or tap Save as Image to store it in your gallery.
6. Open the saved image with Google Lens or Google Photos.
7. Tap the Lens icon to scan the QR code. The password will be displayed in the results.

Viewing WiFi Passwords on Older Android Versions (Requires Root)

For devices running older Android versions (prior to Android 10), you’ll likely need a third-party app and root access. One such app is WiFi Password Viewer, available on the Google Play Store. Keep in mind that rooting your device can void your warranty and introduce security risks, so proceed with caution. WiFi Password Viewer will only display passwords for networks your device has previously connected to. If you’re comfortable with rooting your device, this app can be a helpful tool. Learn More