How to find saved passwords on Xiaomi phone: official and hidden ways

You've forgotten your social media, email, or Wi-Fi password, but remember exactly what you typed it into your Xiaomi? MIUI automatically stores many credentials, from app logins to wireless keys. But it's not easy to find them: the manufacturer hides this data behind several layers of protection. In this article, we'll look at all the working ways to look at passwords on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, from standard features to little-known tricks.

It's important to understand that access to saved passwords depends on the version of MIUI, device model and security settings. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, the path to settings will be different from the Redmi Note 10 on MIUI 12.5. We took these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions that work on most devices. But remember: some methods require superuser rights (root) or may violate Xiaomi's security policy.

If you're looking for a Wi-Fi password, a Mi Account password, an app, or a browser, there are separate sections for each case, and at the end you'll find an FAQ that answers typical questions, like whether you can restore passwords after you reset your phone to factory settings.

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1. Wi-Fi passwords: where are stored and how to view

Xiaomi smartphones store all connected Wi-Fi networks along with passwords — but by default this information is hidden. There are two official ways to extract it: through settings. MIUI (It does not work on all versions and QR-code (universal method).

If you have a MIUI 12 or newer, try this route.

Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
Click on the name of the network (already connected).
Slip on the icon "Share" (arrow icon up).
The system requests PIN-code, pattern lock or fingerprint.
After authentication will appear QR-And then there's a code with the network data.

On older versions of MIUI (up to 12) or some models (e.g., POCO F1), this may not work.

📱 Install the WiFi Password Viewer (requires root).
🔍 Use it. ADB-commands (instructions below in the section on technical methods).
🖥️ Connect your phone to your computer and use the Mi program. PC Suite (passwords are displayed in the Device Management section»).

⚠️ Note: If you have been connected to a public network (such as a cafe or airport), the password may be temporary or changed.

2. Passwords from accounts and applications in MIUI

MIUI is integrated with the Mi Account service, which synchronizes usernames and passwords between Xiaomi devices to see the data stored:

Step 1. Open Settings → Google Accounts → Account Management (if the password is saved in Google Smart Lock).

Step 2. Or go to Settings → Passwords & Security → Password Management (some firmwares call this section the Account Storage).

Here you will see a list of apps and sites that have passwords saved to view:

Choose the service you want (such as VK or Instagram).
Confirm identity using PIN, fingerprint or facial recognition.
Press the eye icon (👁️), password-wise.

If there is no password management section, it means:

🔄 Your device has disabled password synchronization with Mi Cloud.
📱 You have an outdated version. MIUI (firmware update).
🔒 You have never saved passwords through system storage (using a browser or third-party managers).

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If you don’t see the password you need in MIUI, check the browsers (Chrome, Mi Browser) – they store the data separately.

3. How to extract passwords from browsers on Xiaomi

Xiaomi browsers (Mi Browser, Chrome, Firefox) save passwords regardless of the MIUI system storage.

For Mi Browser:

Open your browser and tap on three points (⋮) top-right.
Select Settings → Passwords.
Sign in with a PIN or a fingerprint.
Click on the desired site, then on the icon of the eye (👁️), passcode.

For Google Chrome:

Launch Chrome and go to the ⋮ → Settings → Passwords.
Select a site from the list.
Click on the eye icon next to the Password field and confirm your identity.

If passwords are not displayed:

🔄 Make sure you have synced with your Google account (Chrome Settings) → Your profile. → Synchronization).
📱 Check if password saving is disabled in browser settings.
🔍 Try to restore access via passwords.google.com (if you used Google Smart Lock).

⚠️ Warning: If you reset your phone to factory settings without a backup, your browser passwords will be lost. They can't be restored even through your Mi Account.

4.Technical methods: ADB and root access

If standard methods don't work, you can try advanced methods -- but they require technical skills and can break the warranty, and we'll talk about two reliable options: through ADB (no root) and through root rights.

Method 1: Retrieving passwords through ADB (without root)

This method works on most Xiaomi devices if debugging is enabled. USB. You will need a computer with installed ADB-driver.

Enable USB debugging (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times Press | Settings → Additional → Developers → Debugging by USB)

Install ADB-Drivers on PC (download from the Xiaomi website or through the SDK Platform Tools)

Connect your phone to your computer via USB (select File Transfer mode)

Run the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) file ADB-->

Next, execute the commands:

adb shell


su -c "cat /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml"

In the output, find the lines with <string name="PreSharedKey"> - this is the passwords from Wi-Fi.

Method 2: Root access + password viewing apps

If you have root rights, install one of these apps:

🔓 Root Browser – for manual search of files with passwords (paths: /data/misc/wifi/, /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases/).
🔑 Passwords Viewer – automatically scans system databases.
📱 MiXplorer (with root mode enabled) – to view settings.db files and wpa_supplicant.conf.

Method	Root is required.	Difficulty	Risks.
ADB (Wi-Fi)	❌ No.	Medium	It might not work on all the firmware.
ADB (annexes)	❌ No.	Tall.	Requires team knowledge
Root + Passwords Viewer	✅ Yes.	Low.	Violation of warranty, risk of blocking Mi Account
Mi PC Suite	❌ No.	Low.	It doesn't work on all models.

⚠️ Note: Using root rights on Xiaomi may result in the blocking of your Mi Account account due to security policy.

5. Password recovery after phone reset

If you've done a hard reset, the chances of recovering passwords depend on whether you've synced with Mi Cloud or Google Account, and we'll go through both.

Case 1: Synchronization with Mi Account was enabled

In this case, passwords from Wi-Fi and some applications could be saved to the cloud to recover them:

Sign in to the phone under the same Mi Account as before the reset.
Connect to the Internet (via mobile network or other Wi-Fi).
Go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Data Recovery.
Select a backup with passwords (if any).

Case 2: Synchronization disabled

If you don't have backups, you can't recover passwords, except if you use Google Smart Lock:

Open passwords.google.com on your computer.
Sign in with the same Google account you had on your phone.
Check the list of saved passwords.

If none of the methods worked, all that remains is:

🔄 Reset password through the service support (for example, VK, Instagram).
📧 Restoring access to mail linked to your account.
🔑 Contact the administrator of the Wi-Fi network (if we are talking about a password from the Internet).

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Once the phone is reset to factory settings, local passwords (Wi-Fi, apps) are permanently deleted, and the only way to restore them is to back up your Mi Cloud or Google Account.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find passwords on Xiaomi, users often face typical problems, and we have collected the most common errors and ways to solve them.

Error 1: “There is no password management section in the settings”

Reason: Your device has disabled the function “Sync passwords” or is outdated firmware.

Decision:

🔄 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version (Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
🔒 Enable synchronization in Mi Account (Settings) → Xiaomi account → Synchronization).
📱 Check regional settings: some firmware for China password section hidden.

Error 2: “ADB can’t see the device”

Reason: Drivers are not installed, USB debugging is not enabled or is blocked by antivirus.

Decision:

🖥️ Reinstall. ADB-Drivers (download from the official Android website).
🔌 Try another one. USB-cable (preferably original).
🛡️ Temporarily disable the antivirus on your computer.

Error 3: “Passwords are not saved in the browser”

Reason: In the browser settings, autocomplete is disabled or an extension is worth blocking.

Decision:

🔍 Check the settings. Chrome/Mi Browser: Settings → Passwords. → Saving passwords.
🚫 Remove uBlock Origin or Ghostery extensions – they can block saving.
🔄 Restart your phone and try to save your password again.

What to do if your Mi Account is blocked after using root?

If your Mi Account is blocked after you get root rights, try: 1. Contact Xiaomi via the Access Recovery Form. 2. Wait 24-72 hours is sometimes temporary. 3. Use another phone with the same Mi Account to unlock (if the number is tied). 4. Contact the service center with proof of purchase (check, box). In most cases, the lock is removed after checking your identity, but the process can take up to 7 days.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

Can I see my Mi Account password if I have forgotten it?

No, the Mi Account password is stored encrypted and doesn't show up even through root. You can only reset it: Go to the recovery page. Specify the email or phone number associated with the account. Follow the instructions in the email or SMS. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, you'll need access to the backup code or the associated device.

Where are the passwords from banking applications stored (Sberbank, Tinkoff)?

Passwords from banking applications are not stored in the system storage MIUI They can only be restored through bank support (call or chat), with a linked card or passport (in branches or ATMs), by resetting your password through a secure device. email/SMS (If the function is available in the application). ⚠️ Never save bank passwords in password managers or browsers – this violates the security rules of most financial institutions.

How to transfer passwords from one Xiaomi to another?

There are three ways: via Mi Cloud: On an old phone: Settings → Xiaomi account → Synchronization → Enable Passwords. On your new phone: log in to the same account and wait for sync. Google Account: On your old phone: Settings → Google → Managing a Google Account → Security → Passwords (turn on save) On your new phone: log in and confirm sync. Manual export (wi-fi): On your old phone, get passwords through the phone. QR-code (see section 1) On a new phone scan the code or enter the password manually.

Can you see the passwords from games (Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail)?

Game passwords are usually linked to miHoYo, Google Play, or social media accounts (VK, To restore them: Open the game settings and search for the Account section. Check which service you have logged in to (e.g. Google Play Games) and go to the site of this service and restore access. If the game uses its own account (e.g. Genshin Impact), the password can be reset via the: 📧 Email linked to an account. 📱 Telephone number (if indicated). 🎮 Support for the game (must specify) UID and payment data).

What to do if the phone is locked and you need to get passwords immediately?

If the phone screen is locked (forgotten) PIN/pattern lock, passwords can only be extracted: 🔄 Through hard reset (but it will delete all data, including passwords). 🖥️ Using the Mi Flash Tool (requires an unlocked bootloader and firmware). 🔧 Service center (if there is a check or a box from the phone). ⚠️ Note: Screen lock bypass methods (e.g. via Fastboot) often result in data loss. If encryption is enabled on the phone, it will be impossible to recover passwords after unlocking.