Have you ever forgotten the password of a WiFi network you connected to on your iPhone? Or do you need to share the WiFi password with someone, but can't remember it? Don't worry, there are ways to retrieve the WiFi password on your iPhone, and this article will guide you through the process.
Before we begin, please keep in mind these essential prerequisites:
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- You can only recover the WiFi password on your iPhone if you've previously connected to the network and saved the password on your device.
- You can only retrieve the WiFi password if you are within range of the network and its signal is accessible on your device.
- You can find the WiFi password on your iPhone if you have access to another device (e.g., Mac, iPad, or another iPhone) connected to the same network.
If you meet these criteria, you can proceed with the following methods to find your WiFi password on your iPhone.
Method 1: Using iCloud Keychain
iCloud Keychain is a feature that syncs your passwords and other data across your Apple devices. If you have enabled iCloud Keychain on your iPhone and another device, such as a Mac, you can use it to find the WiFi password. Here's how:
- On your iPhone, navigate to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Keychain and ensure that the iCloud Keychain toggle is turned on.
- On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Apple ID > iCloud and make sure the Keychain option is checked.
- On your Mac, access Applications > Utilities > Keychain Access.
- In the left sidebar, click on iCloud and then double-click the WiFi network name you want the password for.
- In the pop-up window, tick the Show password box and enter your Mac's password if prompted.
- You will find the WiFi password in the Password field. You can copy it or write it down.
Now you have successfully retrieved the WiFi password on your iPhone using iCloud Keychain.
Method 2: Utilizing WiFi Password Sharing
WiFi Password Sharing allows you to share the WiFi password with another device nearby that has the same Apple ID or is in your contacts. If you have another iPhone or iPad connected to the same WiFi network as your iPhone, you can use this feature to find the WiFi password. Follow these steps:
- On your iPhone, go to Settings > WiFi and tap on the i icon next to the WiFi network name you need the password for.
- On the other iPhone or iPad, navigate to Settings > WiFi and tap on the same WiFi network name.
- You will receive a pop-up message on your iPhone, asking if you want to share the WiFi password with the other device. Tap on Share Password.
- You will see the WiFi password on the other device. You can copy it or write it down.
Now you have successfully retrieved the WiFi password on your iPhone using WiFi Password Sharing.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues while trying to find the WiFi password on your iPhone, consider these possible solutions:
- Ensure that both devices are signed in with the same Apple ID or are in each other's contacts.
- Make sure both devices have Bluetooth and WiFi enabled and are in close proximity.
- Verify that both devices have the latest iOS or macOS version installed.
- Restart both devices and attempt the process again.
- If none of the above solutions work, contact the WiFi network owner or administrator to request the password.
Conclusion
Locating the WiFi password on your iPhone can be helpful in various situations, such as connecting a new device to the network or sharing the password with someone else. In this article, we've outlined two methods to find the WiFi password on your iPhone using iCloud Keychain and WiFi Password Sharing. We hope you find this article informative and useful. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to share them in the comments section below.