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Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7, XP, and Mac OS X all support reviewing connected WiFi passwords. This functionality helps avoid changing WiFi passwords by resetting the modem or seeking them from others.
How to check WiFi passwords connected to a laptop
Methods to check WiFi passwords on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7... differ, and the Windows 11 and Win 10 operating systems have evolved significantly with numerous new features. Alongside, the system has streamlined some unnecessary functions. Therefore, caution is essential when following Mytour to view connected WiFi passwords on your laptop.
I. Guide to view connected WiFi passwords on computers
1. View WiFi password on Windows 7/8
Step 1: To view the WiFi password on Windows 7, start by glancing at the taskbar and clicking on the WiFi/Network icon. Then, select Open Network and Sharing Center.
Step 2: In the interface of Network and Sharing Center, choose the Manage Wireless Networks option.
Step 3: Here, a list of the WiFi networks you've connected to will appear. Select the WiFi to check the password. (For example, checking the password for the Mytour WiFi).
Next, select the Security tab, check the Show Characters box, and view the Mytour WiFi password.
2. Retrieve WiFi Password on Windows 11/10
2.1. How to Review WiFi Password on Windows 11
We've crafted an in-depth guide on how to review the WiFi password on Windows 11. Please click on the article link below for detailed instructions.
- Reference: How to view WiFi Password on Windows 11
2.2. How to Review WiFi Password on Windows 10
Method 1: Check Saved WiFi Password in Settings
Step 1: In reality, Windows 10 allows users to view the current WiFi password that is saved. To check, right-click on the WiFi icon similar to Windows 7 and choose Open Network and Sharing Center (Open Network & Internet Sharing)
Step 2: In the interface of Open Network and Sharing Center, select the
Step 3: Click on Wireless Properties within WiFi Status.
Step 4: Switch to the Security tab and click on the Show characters section to view the connected WiFi password.
Method 2: View WiFi Password via Command Prompt
Additionally, on Windows 10, there's another way to view WiFi passwords using Command Prompt. Though simple, it's less commonly known. Readers can explore further. Open the Start Menu, type 'cmd', and choose Command Prompt in Run as Administrator mode => enter the command netsh wlan show profile to list all WiFi connections made with your laptop.
Next, type the command 'netsh wlan show profile 'WiFi Name' key=clear' to view the WiFi password. For example, to view the password for Mytour 2, use the command netsh wlan show profile 'Mytour 2' key=clear
Immediately, a series of parameters will appear. Pay attention to the Security settings under the Key Content line. The WiFi password will be displayed here; for instance, the password for Mytour 2 is Mytour.
Method 3: View WiFi Password through RUN Dialog
Step 1: To open the RUN dialog, you can use the Windows + R keys => Enter the command ncpa.cpl in the search box on the dialog, then press Ok.
Step 2: Double-click on the Wifi entry as shown in the image.
Step 3: Choose the Wifi you want to view the password for.
Step 4: Select Wireless Properties in the Wifi Status table.
Step 5: Navigate to the Security section => Choose Show characters. The WiFi password will be revealed.
Method 4: View WiFi Password using PowerShell
Step 1: Open the RUN dialog with the shortcut Windows + R => Enter powershell => press OK.
Step 2: Enter the following syntax in PowerShell and press Enter.
(netsh wlan show profiles) | Select-String “\:(.+)$” | %{$name=$_.Matches.Groups[1].Value.Trim(); $_}
Method 5: Viewing Saved WiFi Passwords through an Application
You can check saved passwords using the free WirelessKeyView app by NirSoft. This tool allows you to easily view passwords.
3. Viewing Passwords on MacOS
To view WiFi passwords on Mac, press the Command + Space key combination => Type 'Keychain Access' => Press Enter to access => Type the WiFi name in the search bar => Right-click on the WiFi name => Click Copy Password to Clipboard => Enter your Mac password => Choose Allow => Paste the password anywhere to display the WiFi password.
4. Viewing WiFi Password on Windows XP
For Windows XP, you can utilize the Command Prompt to view WiFi passwords.
Step 1: Go to the Start Menu => Type Command Prompt.
Step 2: Enter ' netsh wlan show profile name=WiFiName key=clear '.
- For example, if the WiFi name is 'Mytour', the command would be: ' netsh wlan show profile name=Mytour key=clear '.
- Alternatively, follow the steps in the image below.
- Press Enter. The WiFi password you are looking for is in the 'Key Content' line.
II. How to Delete Connected WiFi Password on a Computer
1. Remove WiFi Password on Windows 7/8
Removing WiFi passwords on Windows 7 is quite simple. Follow the instructions at the beginning to access the password, but stop at step 3 when you reach Manage Wireless Networks. To delete a WiFi network, select the WiFi and click Remove. Consider your computer as if it has never connected to that WiFi network.
2. Delete WiFi Password on Windows 10
Step 1: Click on the WiFi/Network icon and choose Network & Internet settings.
Step 2: In the Settings section, choose the WiFi option.
Step 3: Here, select Manage known networks, the section for managing connected WiFi networks.
Step 4: Finally, click on any WiFi you want to remove and choose Forget.
Mytour has just guided you on how to review WiFi passwords and delete saved WiFi passwords on your laptop. Additionally, you can explore methods to manage WiFi passwords on Windows for better data network management. Each operating system has various management approaches, all aimed at improving your WiFi usage. Moreover, if you no longer want to use a specific WiFi network, you can easily delete it on Windows.
