How to See the Wi-Fi Password on iPhone in 4 Steps, with Photos

Key Points

• You can see your Wi-Fi password on iPhones running iOS 16 or later by following a few simple steps in the Settings.
• You can copy and paste your Wi-Fi password on your iPhone by accessing it in the Settings and selecting the ‘Copy’ option.
• If you need to see a Wi-Fi password for a network you’re not currently using, you can find it in the Settings by tapping on the network and selecting the ‘Password’ option.
• You can find Wi-Fi passwords stored in your old iPhones by accessing the Keychain app on your Mac and searching for ‘Wi-Fi’ passwords.

Have you ever set your Wi-Fi password to something really secure and then you forgot it later? One of the coolest things about iPhones is that you can see your Wi-Fi password. We’ll teach you how to reveal the password and give you a few more helpful skills along the way.

If you’re using an iPhone that’s running iOS 16 or later, you can see your Wi-Fi password in the Settings on your device. The steps are simple and easy to follow. Of course, you do need your iPhone unlock code or Face ID to access it. We’ll show you two methods to access your password on your iPhone. If you need to find an old Wi-Fi password, we have you covered there, too.

How to See the Wi-Fi Password on iPhone

You can see your Wi-Fi password on all iPhones as long as they’re running iOS 16. Fortunately, it only takes a couple of taps on the screen to do it. Here’s what to do:

Step 1: Open the Settings

Go to the home screen on your iPhone and tap the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap Wi-Fi

Tap Wi-Fi in the first section of the Settings.

Step 3: Tap the “i” Icon

You’ll see your current Wi-Fi network near the top. There’s an i icon with a circle around it. Tap the “i” icon.

Note: You can also tap the network’s name to access the password.

Step 4: Tap Your Password

This screen shows you a bunch of Wi-Fi information. You’ll see a series of dots where your password should be. Tap on the password dots.

Your password won’t reveal itself without completing a verification request. If you’re using Face ID, complete that. Otherwise, input your screen unlock code.

Now, you can see your Wi-Fi password.

How to Copy Wi-Fi Password on iPhone

Now that you can see your Wi-Fi password, it’s time to learn how to copy and paste it anywhere you need. Here are the steps to copy your Wi-Fi password on your iPhone:

Note: You can also share your Wi-Fi password from your iPhone to Android devices.

Step 1: Open Settings

We’re going to reveal the password again before we can copy it. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Tap Wi-Fi

Tap Wi-Fi near the top of the menu.

Step 3: Tap Password

Tap Password so you can see it.

Step 4: Tap Copy

A pop-up option will appear that says, “Copy.” Select that option, and your Wi-Fi password will be saved to your iPhone’s clipboard.

Now, you can long-press the screen in another app to paste it. You can do this in the Notes app, send it in a text message, or anywhere you need to save it.

How to See All Wi-Fi Passwords on iPhones

Perhaps you want to see a Wi-Fi password for a network you aren’t currently using. This could be the password for an old router or your home Wi-Fi password while you’re away. If that’s your current predicament, don’t worry.

Follow these steps:

Step 1: Tap Settings

Go to the home screen on your iPhone and tap the Settings app.

Step 2: Tap Wi-Fi

Tap Wi-Fi near the top of the menu.

Step 3: Tap Edit

Tap Edit in the top right corner of this page.

Step 4: Tap the “i” Icon

Scroll to the Wi-Fi network with the password you want to see. Then, tap the “i” icon to the right of that network.

Step 5: Tap the Password

Tap the password and complete the verification process. The password will appear.

How to See Wi-Fi Passwords from Old iPhones

Another really neat trick that iPhone and Mac users can do is find the Wi-Fi passwords you stored in your old iPhones. This method only works if the iCloud Keychain was enabled on your old iPhone. Fortunately, Apple typically prompts us to do that when we set up our iPhones, so the Keychain likely captured your old Wi-Fi password.

If you need to find an old password, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Keychain on Mac

Open the Finder on your Mac. This is the icon on the far left side of the Dock. Then, type Keychain into the search bar in the top right corner. Double-click the Keychain Access app to open it.

Note: You can also use the CMD + Spacebar shortcut to quickly find the Keychain Access app.

Step 2: Search Wi-Fi Passwords

The initial page shows you all passwords saved in the Keychain. Type “Wi-Fi” in the search bar in the top right corner to filter your old Wi-Fi passwords.

Note: If you changed your Wi-Fi name at some point, try searching that instead.

Step 3: Double-click the Network

You’ll see all the Wi-Fi networks on this page. Double-click the one with the Wi-Fi password you want to see.

Step 4: Click Show Password

A new window will appear with information about the old Wi-Fi network. Select the Show Password box in the lower left corner and follow the verification prompts.

The password will appear, and you can copy and paste it wherever you like.

Wi-Fi Password Storage on iPhones and the iCloud

It would be a shame to lose your Wi-Fi password. You’d have difficulty connecting any of your devices to your router. Fortunately, users have many options to store this precious key in places where it can easily be uncovered.

iCloud Keychain

One of the best ways to store Wi-Fi passwords is in the iCloud Keychain. You can still see the password even if your iPhone is lost or stolen. However, you must first enable the feature. Open the Settings on your iPhone and tap on your name at the top.

Then, tap Passwords and Keychain. Finally, enable the toggle switch so it turns green. Now, you can find your current Wi-Fi password on any Apple device.

The iCloud

This method isn’t as glamorous as the one above, but it works. Without a little workaround, you can’t store your Wi-Fi password directly in your iCloud account. So, it’s good that we have an easy workaround for you.

Follow the steps above so you can see your password. Then, take a screenshot of it. Mark this screenshot as a favorite and save it in your iCloud.

Wi-Fi Password Unlocked

Revealing your iPhone password on an iPhone is delightfully simple. Although the steps vary depending on the iPhone’s model, they’re pretty easy to follow after learning how to do it. After revealing your Wi-Fi password, you can share it with friends or store it somewhere easier to find. Furthermore, you can save passwords in the iCloud or Keychain and keep them forever.

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