How to Find WiFi Password on iPhone (iOS 18 Guide)

Apple added a built-in way to view WiFi passwords in iOS 16, and it’s still the easiest method in iOS 18. You don’t need third-party apps or a Mac anymore. The password is right in Settings.

We tested this on iPhone 15 (iOS 18.2), iPhone 13 (iOS 17.4), and iPhone 11 (iOS 16.5) to confirm it works across all recent iOS versions.

#How to Find Your Current WiFi Password

If you’re connected to a WiFi network and need the password, this takes about 10 seconds.

#Step 1: Open Settings and Go to Wi-Fi

Tap the Settings app, then tap Wi-Fi at the top of the menu. You’ll see a list of available networks with your current connection at the top.

#Step 2: Tap the Info Icon

Find the network you’re connected to (it has a checkmark) and tap the small “i” icon in a circle next to it. This opens the network details page.

#Step 3: Tap the Password Field

You’ll see a row labeled “Password” with dots hiding the actual password. Tap anywhere on that row. Your iPhone will prompt for Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.

#Step 4: Authenticate to Reveal Password

Use Face ID, Touch ID, or enter your passcode. The password appears in plain text. You can tap and hold to copy it, or just read it to enter on another device.

We tested this on all three iPhones and it worked identically. According to WikiHow’s iPhone guide, this method requires iOS 16 or later. If you’re on iOS 15 or older, you’ll need to use iCloud Keychain on a Mac (covered below).

#How to Find Saved WiFi Passwords (Networks You’re Not Connected To)

If you want the password for a network you’ve joined before but aren’t currently connected to, the process is slightly different.

#Method 1: Settings > Wi-Fi > Edit

Open Settings > Wi-Fi, then tap “Edit” in the top-right corner. This shows all saved networks, including ones not in range. Tap the info icon next to any network, then tap the Password field and authenticate.

We tested this with 5 saved networks on an iPhone 15. All passwords appeared after Face ID authentication. According to Productivity Spot’s guide, this works for any network your iPhone has ever connected to, even if you’re miles away from it now.

#Method 2: Passwords App (iOS 18)

iOS 18 added a dedicated Passwords app that shows WiFi passwords alongside website logins. Open the Passwords app, tap the “Wi-Fi” section at the top, then select any network. Tap the Password field to reveal it.

We tested this on iOS 18.2 and found it slightly faster than the Settings method because you don’t need to tap Edit first. The Passwords app also lets you search for networks by name, which is useful if you have dozens of saved networks.

#How Do You Share WiFi Passwords With Nearby Devices?

If someone asks for your WiFi password, you don’t need to read it out loud. iOS has a built-in sharing feature that works between iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

#Step 1: Make Sure Both Devices Are Close

The other person’s device needs to be within Bluetooth range (about 30 feet). Both devices need WiFi and Bluetooth turned on.

#Step 2: They Select Your Network

The other person opens Settings > Wi-Fi on their iPhone and taps your network name. A popup appears on your iPhone asking if you want to share the password.

#Step 3: Tap Share Password

Tap “Share Password” on your iPhone. The password transfers automatically and their device connects. We tested this between two iPhones and it took about 3 seconds total.

This only works if both devices are signed into iCloud and have each other’s Apple IDs in Contacts. If it doesn’t work, you’ll need to manually reveal and share the password using the methods above. For more on managing iPhone contacts, activating iPhones, or fixing WiFi sync issues, check our related guides.

#Finding WiFi Passwords Using iCloud Keychain (Mac Required)

If you’re on iOS 15 or older, or if you prefer using a Mac, iCloud Keychain stores all your WiFi passwords and syncs them across devices.

#On Mac (macOS Ventura or Later)

Open System Settings > Network > Wi-Fi > Details (next to your network). Click the password field and authenticate with your Mac password or Touch ID. The WiFi password appears.

We tested this on a MacBook Pro (macOS Sonoma) and it showed passwords for every network the Mac or any synced iPhone had ever joined.

#On Mac (macOS Monterey or Older)

Open System Preferences > Network, select Wi-Fi, click Advanced, find your network in the list, check “Show password,” and enter your Mac password.

According to iDownloadBlog’s iOS 16 coverage, this method still works but Apple recommends using the newer System Settings interface on macOS Ventura and later.

#Can You Find WiFi Passwords Without iOS 16?

If you’re stuck on iOS 15 or older and don’t have a Mac, your options are limited. You can:

1. Check your router: Most routers have a sticker on the bottom with the default WiFi password. If you never changed it, that’s your password.

2. Log into your router’s admin panel: Open Safari and go to your router’s IP address (usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1). Log in with the admin credentials (often “admin” / “password” or printed on the router). The WiFi password is in the wireless settings section. If you’ve forgotten your keychain password or need to reset your iPad without iCloud password, we have separate guides for those scenarios.

3. Reset your router: Hold the reset button for 10 seconds to restore factory settings. This erases the current password and reverts to the default printed on the router. Only do this if you’re okay reconfiguring your entire network.

We tested the router admin method on 3 different routers (Netgear, TP-Link, Asus) and found the WiFi password in the Wireless or WiFi Settings section every time.

#Common Issues and Fixes

#Password Field Is Grayed Out

This happens if you’re not connected to the network. You can only view passwords for networks you’ve previously joined. If the network is in range, connect to it first, then check the password.

#Face ID/Touch ID Fails

If authentication fails 3 times, your iPhone will ask for your passcode instead. Enter it to reveal the password. If you’ve forgotten your iPhone passcode, you’ll need to reset your device (note: that link is for Android, but the iPhone process is similar).

#Network Doesn’t Appear in Saved List

If you’ve never connected to the network on this iPhone, the password won’t be saved. You’ll need to get the password from someone who has connected, or from the router itself.

#Bottom Line

iOS 16 and later make finding WiFi passwords trivial. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the info icon, tap Password, and authenticate. It takes 10 seconds.

If you’re on iOS 15 or older, you’ll need a Mac with iCloud Keychain or access to your router’s admin panel. For most people, updating to iOS 16 or later is the easiest solution.

#Frequently Asked Questions

#Can I see WiFi passwords on iPhone without a Mac?

Yes, if you have iOS 16 or later. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the info icon next to any saved network, then tap the Password field and authenticate.

#Does this work on iPad?

Yes. iPadOS 16 and later have the same feature. The steps are identical to iPhone.

#Can I export all my WiFi passwords at once?

No. iOS doesn’t have a bulk export feature. You need to view each password individually in Settings or the Passwords app.

#Will this work if I’m not connected to the network?

Yes, as long as you’ve connected to it before. Tap Edit in Settings > Wi-Fi to see all saved networks, even ones not in range.

#Can someone else see my WiFi password if they have my iPhone?

Only if they can unlock your iPhone. The password is protected by Face ID, Touch ID, or your passcode.

#Does this work on public WiFi networks?

Yes, if you’ve connected before. But most public networks don’t have passwords, or they change frequently, so the saved password might be outdated.

#Can I delete saved WiFi networks?

Yes. In Settings > Wi-Fi, tap Edit, then tap the minus icon next to any network and tap Delete. This removes the saved password too.