{"id":7287,"date":"2025-09-24T14:53:52","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:53:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fastestpass.com\/blog\/?p=7287"},"modified":"2025-09-24T14:56:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:56:07","slug":"how-to-share-wifi-password-to-mac-from-iphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fastestpass.com\/blog\/how-to-share-wifi-password-to-mac-from-iphone\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Share WiFi Password to Mac From iPhone"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"How<\/p>\n

Apple makes sharing WiFi password from Mac to iPhone a piece of cake. Simply, copy the password on iPhone, and paste the text on Mac. This eliminates the need to manually type long and complex passwords.<\/p>\n

However, there might be instances where you can\u2019t find the password on Mac to share it on iPhone or iPad, or copy-pasting might just not work. Addressing that, this guide covers brief tutorials for how to share WiFi password to Mac from iPhone, how to share WiFi passwords from Apple to non-Apple devices, and other troubleshooting steps.<\/p>\n

Note:<\/strong> We recommend using the FastestPass password generator<\/a> for generating new and strong passwords in seconds. Using these passwords for your WiFi network ensures the network remains safe and private.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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How to Share WiFi Password to Mac From iPhone<\/h2>\n

Sharing passwords to Mac from iPhone or another Apple device isn\u2019t only convenient, but also safe. You can either do so by copying and pasting passwords from one device to another or manually sharing via shared password groups. You can avail of this feature on iOS 17 and further.<\/p>\n

Requirements for Sharing WiFi Password to a MacBook<\/h3>\n

Before heading to the tutorial, ensure that you fulfil all requirements of password sharing.<\/p>\n

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  • iPhone<\/strong> and Mac<\/strong> must be signed into iCloud with the same Apple ID.<\/li>\n
  • Turn on the bluetooth and WiFi on both devices.<\/li>\n
  • The iPhone sharing the password must have the same email address or phone number as the Mac device.<\/li>\n
  • Place both devices close to each other.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Tutorial: How to Share WiFi Password From iPhone to Mac<\/h3>\n

    After meeting all requirements, here are the steps:<\/p>\n

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    • Select WiFi<\/strong> icon from the menu bar.<\/li>\n
    • Select the network<\/strong> you want to join.<\/li>\n
    • You will now see the box<\/strong> requiring the wifi password<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Unlock your iPhone and ensure the screen is on<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Bring your iPhone<\/strong> close to your Mac.<\/li>\n
    • A pop-up will appear on your iPhone. It will say \u201cYour Mac\u2019s Name<\/strong>\u201d is trying to join the WiFi Network \u201cNetwork Name<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
    • Tap on Share Password<\/strong> from the iPhone.<\/li>\n
    • The password will automatically be shared with your Mac.<\/li>\n
    • Tap Done.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Your Mac is now connected without you manually typing the password.<\/p>\n

      How to Share WiFi Password to Mac Through the Apple Ecosystem<\/h2>\n

      The Apple ecosystem ensures a simplified password sharing across all Apple devices. This section covers how to share a Wi-Fi password from an iPhone or iPad to a Mac. Before that, ensure that you fulfil all requirements as mentioned in the previous section. Once done, here are the 2 methods that you can follow:<\/p>\n

      Method 1: Share WiFi Password from iPhone to Mac<\/h3>\n
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      • Select WiFi icon<\/strong> from the menu bar on your Mac.<\/li>\n
      • Select the WiFi SSID, i.e., the network you want to connect to.<\/li>\n
      • The Mac will ask for WiFi<\/strong> password. Don\u2019t type anything.<\/li>\n
      • Unlock<\/strong> your iPhone<\/strong> and keep the screen on.<\/li>\n
      • Bring it close to your Mac.<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • A pop-up will appear on your iPhone. It will say \u201cYour Mac\u2019s Name<\/strong>\u201d is trying to join the WiFi Network \u201cNetwork Name<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
      • Tap Share Password > Done.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Method 2: Share WiFi Password to Mac from Another Mac<\/h3>\n

        This process is similar to sharing passwords from iPhone to Mac, the only difference is sharing passwords between two computers. Here\u2019s how to do so:<\/p>\n

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        • Go to Settings<\/strong> > WiFi<\/strong> and select the wifi network on your new Mac.<\/li>\n
        • Leave it on the password requirement<\/strong> prompt screen.<\/li>\n
        • Switch on the other Mac<\/strong> that you\u2019re sharing the password from.<\/li>\n
        • Bring it close to the new Mac.<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • A pop-up will appear on your Ma<\/strong>c. It will say \u201cYour Mac\u2019s Name<\/strong>\u201d is trying to join the WiFi Network \u201cNetwork Name<\/strong>\u201d.<\/li>\n
        • Click Share<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Share WiFi Password Mac to iPhone Not Working: A Troubleshooting Guide<\/h2>\n

          In some cases, the pop-up might not show up. In that case, try these steps.<\/p>\n

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          • Meet All Requirements<\/strong>: Cross-check our list of the above-mentioned requirements and ensure that you follow them.<\/li>\n
          • Restart the Wireless services:<\/strong>\u00a0Switch the bluetooth and wifi off and back on again on both devices, i.e., the iPhone and Mac.<\/li>\n
          • Restart Both Devices:<\/strong>\u00a0Restart your Mac and iPhone. This often resolved the temporary glitches.<\/li>\n
          • Check icloud Keychain:<\/strong> Go to Settings > Your Name > iCloud. Ensure Keychain is enabled on both devices.<\/li>\n
          • Try the Manual Fallback:<\/strong> If everything else fails, you can find the password on the connected device and manually type it in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            On the connected Mac<\/strong>, go to Keychain Access<\/strong> via Spotlight search<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

            Search for your WiFi<\/strong> network\u2019s name.<\/p>\n

            Double-click the network entry > Show password.<\/strong> Verify with your Mac\u2019s password to reveal it.<\/p>\n\n

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            \n How to share wifi password from Mac to Android? <\/div>\n
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            The keychain access is the simplest way to share a Wi-Fi password from Mac to Android. Here\u2019s how to do so:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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            • Open Finder > Applications > Utilities > Keychain Access on Mac.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • In the Keychain Access window, navigate to Login Keychains. Select the Passwords category.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Navigate the search bar at the top-right corner, type the WiFi network (SSID name).<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Check the box saying \u201cShow password\u201d. Confirm your identity.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • You can now see the password in the password field.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Go to Settings > Network and Internet > Internet on your Android Device.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Tap on the network you plan to join.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Type the password as it appears on your Mac.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Tap Connect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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              \n How to share the Wi-Fi password to MacBook Pro? <\/div>\n
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              Here\u2019s how to share WiFi password to Macbook pro:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • Go to Settings > WiIFi on your Mac.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Select your preferred Wifi network.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
              • The Mac will ask for WiFi password. Don\u2019t type anything.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Unlock your iPhone and keep the screen on.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Bring it close to your Mac.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
              • A pop-up will appear on your iPhone. It will say \u201cYour Mac\u2019s Name\u201d is trying to join the WiFi Network \u201cNetwork Name\u201d.<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Tap Share Password > Done.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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                \n How to share WiFI password from Mac to iPad? <\/div>\n
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                Here\u2019s how to share a WiFi password from Mac to iPad:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Unlock your iPad and go to Settings > Wi-Fi.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Ensure your Mac is unlocked, awake, and has its screen on.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Bring your Mac close to your iPad.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • A pop-up will appear on your Mac. It will say “[iPad’s Name] is trying to join Wi-Fi Network ‘[Network Name]'”.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Click “Share”.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

                  Final Note<\/h2>\n

                  Passwords are automatically shared within the Apple ecosystem. If two devices are connected to the same account, wifi automatically connects on both without you copying and pasting or typing the passwords.<\/p>\n

                  However, the method might differ for sharing WiFi password to Mac from Android. While password sharing might be a hassle, FastestPass makes it easier. Create a fastestPass account and no matter the device or operating system, password saving, filling, and storing becomes a breeze.<\/p>\n

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