WiFi has become the heartbeat of our connected world. Whether it’s for work, streaming, gaming, or staying in touch, we rely on it daily.

But what if you forget a WiFi password you’ve already connected to?
No worries — Android 2025 makes it easier than ever to view saved WiFi passwords, whether your device is rooted or not.

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Why You Might Need to View a WiFi Password

• Connecting a new device to the same network
• Sharing with friends or guests
• Switching to a new phone
• Forgot your home WiFi password
• Troubleshooting a network issue

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1. Built-in QR Code Feature (No Root Needed)

Since Android 10, you can easily share and view WiFi passwords through a QR code.

Steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Network & Internet → Wi-Fi.
3. Select your connected network.
4. Tap Share (QR code icon).
5. Authenticate (PIN, fingerprint, or face).
6. The password will appear below the QR code in plain text.

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2. Google Password Manager

If your device syncs WiFi passwords to your Google account, you can find them here.

Steps:

1. Open a browser → visit passwords.google.com.
2. Sign in with the Google account used on your phone.
3. Search for your WiFi network name.
4. Select it and verify your identity.
5. The password will be displayed.

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3. Root File Explorer (Root Required)

Rooted phones can access system files directly.

Steps:

1. Install Root Explorer or Solid Explorer.
2. Go to: /data/misc/wifi/
3. Open wpa_supplicant.conf or WifiConfigStore.xml.
4. Find: ssid="NetworkName" psk="PasswordHere"

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4. ADB Commands (PC Required)

With ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can extract stored WiFi passwords.

You’ll Need:

• PC with ADB installed
• USB debugging enabled
• USB cable

Steps:

1. Connect phone to PC.
2. Open Command Prompt/Terminal.
3. Run: adb devices adb shell su (only if rooted) cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml
4. Look for SSID and preSharedKey entries.

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5. Router Web Interface

If you’re connected to the network, you can view the password in your router settings.

Steps:

1. Open a browser.
2. Enter your router’s IP (e.g. 192.168.0.1 / 192.168.1.1).
3. Log in (details usually printed on the router).
4. Navigate to Wireless Settings/Security.
5. View the password field.

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6. Third-Party Apps (Mostly Require Root)

Apps like WiFi Password Viewer or WiFi Key Recovery can display saved passwords — but usually require root.

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FAQ

Q: Can I do this without root?
A: Yes — QR code sharing and Google Password Manager work without root.

Q: Can I see passwords for networks I used before?
A: Yes, if the network is still saved on your device.

Q: Does this work for public WiFi?
A: Yes, if your device saved the credentials.

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Final Thoughts

In Android 2025, viewing a saved WiFi password is simple thanks to built-in features like QR code sharing and Google Password Manager.
For advanced users with rooted devices, even more options are available.

No matter your reason — sharing with friends, setting up new devices, or troubleshooting — these methods put you back in control of your network access.