How to Find Your Wi-Fi Password on iPhone (iOS 18/19 Update)

Forgetting a Wi-Fi password is very common. Many people save the password once and never type it again. Then one day, they need it for a new phone, laptop, smart TV, or a guest device and suddenly cannot remember it.

Thankfully, Apple has made this much easier in iOS 18 and iOS 19. Wi-Fi passwords saved on your iPhone can be viewed from the iPhone itself without needing any third party apps.

Here in this article, we have tried to cover the most convenient way of finding Wi-Fi password stored on an iPhone.

Can You See Wi-Fi Passwords on iPhone?

Absolutely, you can do that.

Starting from iOS 16, Apple lets its customers check their saved Wi-Fi passwords. Besides, with iOS 18, the company launched a new Passwords app that saves not only Wi-Fi passwords but also website and application logins. (support.apple.com)

For that, all you need is Face ID, Touch ID, or your iPhone passcode.

It might be helpful in cases when:

• You don’t remember your Wi-Fi password
• You have to connect another device
• Your friend needs to borrow your internet connection
• You need to restore your old saved password

How to Find Wi-Fi Password on iPhone from Settings

This is the fastest method for most users.

Start by opening the Settings app on your iPhone. After that, tap Wi-Fi. You will see the network your iPhone is currently connected to.

Next, tap the small ⓘ icon beside the Wi-Fi name.

A new screen will open. Here, you will notice a box known as Password. Click on it.

The iPhone will request your Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode for confirmation. On confirmation, you will be able to view your password on the screen.  The whole process usually takes less than a minute.

Using the Passwords App in iOS 18/19

Apple added a dedicated Passwords app in iOS 18. Many users prefer this method because everything is organized in one place. 

Open the Passwords app from your iPhone.

Unlock it using Face ID or your passcode. Inside the app, you will see different categories. Tap Wi-Fi to view saved wireless networks.

Select the network you want. Then tap the password field to reveal the saved password. 

This method is especially useful if you have many saved networks.

How to See Old Saved Wi-Fi Passwords

Your iPhone also remembers passwords for networks you used in the past.

To check older saved networks, open Settings, then go to Wi-Fi. Tap Edit in the top corner. Your iPhone may ask for Face ID or your passcode first.

You will now see a list of saved Wi-Fi networks.

Tap the information icon beside any network name. Then tap the password field to reveal it. (simplymac.com)

This can help when reconnecting old devices or setting up a new phone.

How to Share Wi-Fi Password on iPhone

Apple also makes Wi-Fi sharing very simple between Apple devices. You do not need to manually type long passwords anymore.

Both devices should have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. They should also be close to each other. Now ask the other person to select the Wi-Fi network on their device. A pop-up message will appear on your iPhone asking if you want to share the password.

Tap Share Password, and the second device connects automatically. This feature saves time and avoids typing mistakes.

What If the Password Does Not Appear?

In some cases, it might be impossible for users to see the password despite following all the necessary steps.

One possible cause is that the network password was not stored directly on the iPhone. This may be due to sharing the Wi-Fi automatically between Apple devices. This problem was reported by users on various forums.

Another possible cause might be that iCloud Keychain is disabled. Passwords are safely stored in iCloud Keychain by Apple. To make sure whether iCloud Keychain is enabled, go to:

Settings -> Apple ID -> iCloud -> Passwords & Keychain

If it is disabled, enable it.

Another cause may be that the Passwords application is deleted mistakenly by users after upgrading to iOS 18. This problem can easily be resolved by reinstalling the app.

Can You Find the Wi-Fi Password Through the Router?

Yes, you can. If your iPhone still does not show the password, you can check it through your router settings.

Open Settings, then go to Wi-Fi. Tap the information icon beside your connected network.

Look for the Router address. It usually looks something like 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.

Open Safari and type that address into the browser.

You will enter your router’s admin page. After logging in, you can usually find the Wi-Fi password inside wireless settings. 

Is It Safe to Store Wi-Fi Passwords on iPhone?

Yes, for most of the users. Apple utilizes encryption and iCloud Keychain systems to protect passwords.

It would be wise for you to secure your iPhone. Make sure you use a good passcode and enable the Face ID. Also, you should keep on updating your iPhone as Apple usually issues security updates.  Do not share your Wi-Fi password publicly.

Final Thoughts

Finding the Wi-Fi password on an iPhone has become significantly simpler compared to what it was before. With iOS 18 and iOS 19, Apple has introduced several changes that have made the whole experience easier. The process has been simplified to such an extent that one can view their saved passwords within seconds from either Wi-Fi settings or the Passwords application. There is no need for any complex methods or additional applications. All one needs to do is have the network stored on their iPhone.