Quick answer: On an iPhone running iOS 16 or later, open Settings → Wi-Fi, tap the information button beside the network you are connected to, then tap Password. Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode to reveal and copy it. On iOS 18 and later, the Passwords app also lets you find Wi-Fi passwords for networks you previously joined.
These methods work for Wi-Fi networks your iPhone has already joined. They do not reveal a neighbor’s password, bypass network security, or retrieve credentials from a network the device has never used.
How to see the password of your current Wi-Fi network
- Connect your iPhone to the Wi-Fi network whose password you need.
- Open the Settings app and select Wi-Fi.
- Look for the check mark beside the currently connected network. Tap the circular information (i) button next to its name.
- Tap the Password field. The password is initially concealed.
- Approve the authentication request with Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode.
- When the password is visible, use Copy if you need to paste it into another device’s connection screen.
This is a built-in iOS feature; you do not need a third-party password-recovery app. Apple documents the feature for iOS 16 and later. The exact appearance of the information screen can vary with your iOS version and device settings.
How to find passwords for Wi-Fi networks you used before
If you are not connected to the network right now, you may still be able to retrieve its saved password. The easiest method depends on your iOS version.
Method 1: Use the Passwords app on iOS 18 or later
- Open Apple’s Passwords app on your iPhone.
- Unlock the app using the authentication method requested by the device.
- Choose Wi-Fi to see saved wireless networks.
- Select the network you want, then tap its password field to reveal it.
- Copy the password if you need to connect a trusted device.
The Passwords app provides a convenient place to manage saved credentials. If a network is not listed, check whether your iPhone has ever joined it or whether the entry was removed.
Method 2: Use the Wi-Fi Edit screen
- Go to Settings → Wi-Fi.
- Tap Edit near the top of the screen.
- Authenticate if prompted.
- Find a previously joined network and tap the information button next to it.
- Tap Password and authenticate to reveal the saved credential.
Apple describes this path for previously joined networks on compatible iOS versions. The Edit screen is especially useful when you want to check a network without connecting to it first.
Which method should you use?
| Your situation | Best starting point |
|---|---|
| Connected to the network right now | Settings → Wi-Fi → information button → Password |
| Used the network before, on iOS 18 or later | Passwords app → Wi-Fi |
| Used the network before, on a compatible older version | Settings → Wi-Fi → Edit |
| Never connected to the network | Ask its owner or check the router’s authorized setup details |
What if the Password field is missing?
Start by checking the iOS version under Settings → General → About. Revealing a saved Wi-Fi password directly in Settings requires iOS 16 or later. An older iPhone that cannot install a compatible version may not offer the same controls.
Next, make sure you tapped the information button for a network the device has actually joined. Seeing a network name in the nearby list does not mean its password is saved. If the network belongs to a school, workplace, or organization, some connection details may be managed by an administrator.
If the iPhone asks for Face ID or a passcode, complete that step before expecting the password to appear. You should not install an unfamiliar configuration profile or grant remote access to someone who claims they can recover the password for you.
Can you share Wi-Fi without reading the password aloud?
In some circumstances, Apple devices can offer a built-in Wi-Fi password-sharing prompt when a nearby contact attempts to join a network. Both devices need the relevant wireless settings and compatible software, and Apple’s sharing requirements must be met. This is useful for guests, but it is different from copying the password yourself.
If you are connecting a Windows laptop instead, copying the password from your iPhone and entering it manually is straightforward. If you need a password already stored on the computer, see our separate guide to finding a saved Wi-Fi password in Windows 11.
Does revealing a Wi-Fi password change the network?
No. Viewing or copying a saved password does not reset the router, disconnect other devices, or change the password. Changing the actual Wi-Fi password generally requires access to the router or network administration interface. If the network is yours and you believe the password was shared too widely, change it through the router’s official management process and reconnect authorized devices afterward.
Frequently asked questions
Can I find a Wi-Fi password on an iPhone without Face ID?
Depending on your device, you may be able to authenticate with Touch ID or your iPhone passcode. You still need to pass the authentication step that iOS requests.
Can I see a password for a network I have never joined?
No. These iPhone tools reveal credentials already saved on your device. Ask the network owner for access rather than using apps that promise to break into a network.
Will this work on an iPad?
Apple documents similar saved-password controls for iPadOS 16.1 and later. Menu layouts can differ slightly from iPhone.
Can I find the password for my iPhone’s Personal Hotspot here?
Personal Hotspot has its own Wi-Fi password setting. See our iPhone Personal Hotspot setup guide for the separate process.
Bottom line
For a network you are using now, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → network information → Password. For previously joined networks, look in the Passwords app on iOS 18 or later, or use the Wi-Fi Edit screen. Always keep copied network passwords private and share them only with people who should have access.
Primary reference: Apple Support: Find your saved Wi-Fi passwords on iPhone or iPad (published June 1, 2026).
