Android provides users with a wide range of features, but it lacks a simple option to view saved WiFi passwords on older versions. While Google introduced the option to view saved WiFi passwords starting from Android 10, earlier versions still require workarounds using third-party apps or the Android Debug Bridge (ADB).
1. View WiFi Passwords Without Root (Android 10 and Above)
If your device is running Android 10 or newer, you can view WiFi passwords without needing to root your device. Follow these simple steps:
1. Open Settings on your Android device.
2. Navigate to the WiFi section.
3. Select the WiFi network whose password you want to view and tap the Share button.
4. Confirm your identity by using your fingerprint, face recognition, or entering your PIN.
5. You will see the WiFi password displayed below a QR code.
2. Using File Managers (Root Required)
For devices running older versions of Android, you may need to use a file manager to access the root folder, which typically requires rooting your phone. Here’s how to use a file manager to view saved WiFi passwords:
1. Install a file manager like Root Explorer or Super Manager to access the root directory.
2. Open the file manager and navigate to the data/misc/wifi folder.
3. Locate a file named wpa_supplicant.conf.
4. Open this file using a text editor to view the SSID (WiFi network name) and PSK (password).
Note: Do not modify anything in the `wpa_supplicant.conf` file, as this may cause connectivity issues.
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3. Viewing WiFi Passwords on Android 9 and Below (Root Required)
If your phone is running Android 9 or an earlier version, the only way to view saved WiFi passwords is by rooting your device. Once rooted, you can use apps like WiFi Password Viewer to retrieve the passwords.
1. Root your Android device.
2. Download and install WiFi Password Viewer from the Play Store.
3. The app will display all saved WiFi networks along with their passwords (SSIDs and PSKs).
4. Using ADB (Android Debug Bridge)
ADB is a command-line tool that lets you communicate with your Android device from your computer. You can use it to retrieve saved WiFi passwords by following these steps:
1. Download and install the Android SDK Package on your Windows PC.
2. Enable USB Debugging on your Android device and connect it to your PC via USB.
3. Install ADB drivers from [adbdriver.com](https://adbdriver.com) and navigate to the folder where you installed Android SDK Platform Tools.
4. Hold the Shift key, right-click inside the folder, and choose Open Command Window Here.
5. Run the command `adb devices` to check if your device is connected.
6. Run the command `adb pull /data/misc/wifi/wpa_supplicant.conf c:/wpa_supplicant.conf` to pull the WiFi configuration file.
7. Open the `wpa_supplicant.conf` file with Notepad on your computer to view all saved SSIDs and passwords.
Conclusion
These methods allow you to view saved WiFi passwords on Android, regardless of the version. While Android 10 and later make it easy, older versions may require rooting or using ADB. Be sure to follow the appropriate method for your device. Learn More
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