Unlike certain Android smartphones, the iPhone makes it very easy for users to view their saved WiFi passwords. However, this was not always the case. The feature was first introduced on iOS 16. Older iOS versions allowed users access to WiFi passwords only through Keychain. In this article, we show you how to view the saved WiFi passwords on any iPhone (iOS 16 and below).
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Table of Contents
View saved WiFi passwords on iOS 16 and above
Step 1: Go to Settings and select WiFi.
Step 2: Tap the info icon next to the active WiFi network.
Step 3: Tap the password field.
Step 4: Verify your identity using passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID.
The saved WiFi password will be revealed to you.
View saved WiFi passwords on iOS 15 and below
If Keychain is enabled on your iPhone, you will be able to view saved WiFi passwords. While Keychain is primarily used for social media and email accounts, it is also capable of saving the passwords of the WiFi networks you connect to using your iPhone. For iPhones running iOS 15 – iOS 11, this is the only way users can view a saved WiFi password.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Passwords & Accounts.
Step 2: Tap on Website & App Passwords.
Step 3: All your saved passwords will be displayed on the following page.
Step 4: Scroll through the list and find the WiFi network for which you want the password. Tap on it.
Step 5: Verify your identity using passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID.
The saved WiFi password will be revealed to you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I view a saved WiFi password on my iPhone?
iPhones running iOS 16 and above offer a direct way to view the WiFi password. Go to Settings>WiFi and select the active WiFi network. Tap on the password field and enter your iPhone’s passcode. On iOS 15, you will need to use Keychain to access a saved WiFi password.
Can I view a saved WiFi password on iOS 15?
On iOS 15, you can view the WiFi password of the network you are connected to, but not where you expect it. The only way to view a saved WiFi password on iOS 15 is by going to Settings>Passwords & Accounts>Website & App Passwords>WiFi Network.
Can I view a saved WiFi password on my iPhone using my Mac?
Yes, you can view the WiFi password of the network your iPhone is connected to, using your Mac. Simply search for the WiFi network in Keychain Access and click on the password field. For this to work, iCloud Keychain needs to be enabled on your iPhone as well as your Mac.
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Conclusion
These are the best ways to view saved WiFi passwords on any iPhone. Instead of viewing a WiFi password, you can simply share it with a friend who is trying to connect to the network. All you need to do is turn on the Bluetooth and WiFi on both devices and tap on ‘Share Password’ on your device. The two devices need to be in close proximity to each other for this to work.
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