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How do I see the password of the Wi-Fi I am connected to?

You'll be able to: Find saved Wi-Fi network password

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Windows
Windows 11 · Windows 10

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The steps

  1. 1

    Press WinI on your keyboard to open Windows Settings. The Windows Settings window opens on your screen.

    Why is it useful to find your Wi-Fi password on your PC?

    When you need to connect a new smartphone, tablet, or guest device to your Wi-Fi network and forgot the router password, Windows already stores it and can reveal it in plain text.

  2. 2
    Click Network & internet in the left menu, click Wi-Fi, and click on your connected Wi-Fi name.The properties page for your wireless network loads with security and connection details.

    Windows 11 Wi-Fi settings page showing the current active network.

    Screenshot on the way. The steps above are complete without it.

  3. 3
    Scroll down to find View Wi-Fi security key and click the View button beside it.The hidden dots convert into readable text, displaying your Wi-Fi password.

    Windows 11 Wi-Fi security key section with the View button.

    Screenshot on the way. The steps above are complete without it.

    4. It looks different on my screen

    If User Account Control asks for permission when clicking View or Show characters, click Yes to authorize Windows to display the password.

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