How to View the Wi-Fi Password on an iPhone

For years, Apple intentionally prevented users from viewing saved Wi-Fi passwords on an iPhone or iPad for security reasons. If a friend came over and asked for your network password, your only options were to use Apple’s proximity-based sharing feature or read the sticker on the back of your router.

Fortunately, starting with iOS 16, Apple finally introduced the ability to view, copy, and share saved Wi-Fi passwords directly from the Settings app, protected by Face ID or Touch ID.

Requirements for Viewing Wi-Fi Passwords

Before you begin, ensure your device meets these requirements:

• Your iPhone must be updated to iOS 16 or later.
• You must have Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode configured.
• You must have successfully connected to the Wi-Fi network in the past.

How to View the Password for Your Current Wi-Fi Network

If you are currently connected to the network and simply need to retrieve the password to type it into another device, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on Wi-Fi.
3. Locate the network you are currently connected to (it will have a blue tick next to it).
4. Tap the blue “i” (Information) icon next to the network name.
5. On the network details screen, locate the Password field (it will be hidden by dots).
6. Tap on the hidden password.
7. Your iPhone will authenticate you using Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode.
8. The password will now be revealed in plain text. You will also see a Copy button appear above it, allowing you to easily paste it into a message or email.

How to View Passwords for Previously Connected Networks

You can also view the passwords for networks you are not currently connected to, provided your iPhone remembers them.

1. Open the Settings app and tap on Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the Edit button in the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Authenticate using Face ID or Touch ID.
4. You will now see a complete list of every Wi-Fi network your iPhone has ever connected to, under the “Known Networks” list.
5. Scroll through the list or use the search bar at the top to find the specific network.
6. Tap the blue “i” icon next to the network name.
7. Tap the hidden Password field to reveal it.

Troubleshooting: Why Can’t I See the Password?

If you cannot see the password field, check the following:

• Outdated iOS: Ensure you are running iOS 16 or newer. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check.
• Enterprise Networks: If the network uses 802.1X Enterprise security (common in corporate offices or universities where you log in with a username and password), you cannot view the password.
• No Passcode Set: You must have a device passcode enabled to view saved passwords.