How to locate Wi-Fi password

Richard Wanser 0 Reputation points
2026-09-03T10:30:49.9566667+00:00

Is my Wi-Fi password stored? If so, how can I locate and retrieve it?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Internet and connectivity
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    2026-09-03T10:31:03.42+00:00

    Yes. If the Windows PC has connected to that Wi-Fi network, the password can be stored and viewed.

    In Windows 11:

    1. Open Settings.
    2. Go to Network & internet > Properties.
    3. Next to Wi-Fi network password, select Show.

    For saved networks:

    1. Open Settings.
    2. Go to Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Manage known networks.
    3. Select the network.
    4. Next to Wi-Fi network password, select Show.

    Another available path is:

    1. Open Settings.
    2. Go to Network & Internet > Status > Network and Sharing Center.
    3. Next to Connections, select the Wi-Fi network name.
    4. Select Wireless Properties.
    5. Open the Security tab.
    6. Select Show characters to display the password in Network security key.

    After finding it, the password can be used on another device by entering it manually, or by scanning the QR code if the device supports that.

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  2. DYARI BARHAM 37,656 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-03T11:14:18.3866667+00:00

    Hi ,

    I'm Dyari. Thanks for reaching out.

    You can also open CMD > Run this command to list saved Wi-Fi networks:

    netsh wlan show profiles

    After that, find your Wi-Fi name from the list and run the following command:

    netsh wlan show profile name="Put Your Wi-Fi Name Here" key=clear

    Look under Security settings for Key Content. That is the saved Wi-Fi password.

    Run the command only on a computer you own or are authorized to manage. If Key Content does not appear, the password may not be stored or you may need to run the terminal as administrator.

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