How to find out the wifi password on windows and macOS without any hassle!
how to see wifi password stored in windows and macOS
Have you forgotten the wifi password but the laptop is still connected? A common situation, but can be a problem when you want to access the network from other devices. Fortunately, there is an easy way to see the wifi password that is already saved without the need for additional applications.
how to see wifi password on windows
If you are using a laptop or PC with a Windows operating system, here are the steps:
Control panel method:
1. Click the WiFi icon on the taskbar.
2. Select “Network & Internet Settings”.
3. Go to “Network and Sharing Center”.
4. Click the name of the wifi that is currently connected.
5. Select “Wireless Properties”.
6. Go to the “Security” tab.
7. Check “Show Characters”.
8. The password will appear immediately.
Alternative way (command prompt):
1. Open Command Prompt with Administrator privileges.
2. Type the following command:
netsh wlan show profile
3. Select the name of the wifi you want to view.
4. Type:
netsh wlan show profile name=\"wifiname\" key=clear
5. Look for the “Key Content” section to see the password.
how to see wifi password on macOS
For macOS users, here’s the method:
Keychain Access method:
1. Open Spotlight by pressing the CMD + Space button.
2. Type “Keychain Access”.
3. Find the name of the wifi you want to view.
4. Double-click the network.
5. Check “Show Password”.
6. Enter your Mac password.
7. Wifi password will appear immediately.
Why can the password be saved?
Every time you connect to WiFi:
– The system stores network data, including passwords.
– The goal is that you don’t have to re-login every time you access the network.
When is this method needed?
This habit often occurs when:
– Want to connect the phone to WiFi.
– Friend asks for password.
– Replacing new devices.
– Forgot to write down the password.
Instead of resetting the router:
– Faster to check from laptop.
Mistakes that often occur
Many people tend to do the following:
1. Reset the router first even though the password can still be seen.
2. Downloading third-party applications even though they are not needed.
3. Panic because you forgot the password, even though the password is still stored in the system.
tips so you don’t forget again
To avoid similar events in the future:
– Save the password in the note.
– Use password manager.
– Photo router label.
– Use easy-to-remember passwords.
– Or use the Wifi share feature on the phone.
Security must be maintained
Although the password is easy to see, be careful:
– Don’t just give a password.
– Use WPA2/WPA3 encryption.
– Change passwords periodically.
problem + solution
Problem:
User forgot wifi password and trouble connecting new device.
Solution:
The saved wifi password can be viewed directly through settings in Windows or macOS without the need for resets or additional applications.
So, need to reset the router?
The answer: unnecessary (in most cases). As long as the laptop is connected and the data is still stored, the password can be retrieved.
Forgot the wifi password is not a big problem as long as your device is still connected. By utilizing the default features in Windows and macOS, you can see passwords quickly without additional applications. More practical, safer, and no need to bother resetting the network. The point is: before you panic, first check who knows the password is still “stuck” on the laptop.
