How to find saved passwords on Xiaomi phone: all ways to MIUI

You forgot your password from your social network or email, but remember exactly what you saved it on your Xiaomi phone? Don't rush to reset your account - all data is stored in the system and can be retrieved. In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to view saved passwords on Redmi smartphones, POCO and Black Shark is managed MIUI 12-15 (and even older) From standard Android tools to hidden shell features, you’ll learn exactly where your logins and passwords are stored, how to export or copy them, and what you risk when using third-party utilities.

Important: Methods vary depending on version MIUI We will separately consider options for stock firmware without root (the safest way) and for devices with unlocked bootloader. We also explain why some passwords may not be displayed, for example, due to synchronization with Mi Account or the use of third-party browsers.

If you're looking for a way to hack someone else's phone, this guide is not for you. All methods are for device owners only and require proof of unlocking (PIN-code, pattern lock or print).

1. Google's standard password manager (for all Xiaomi)

The most versatile way is to use Google’s built-in Android password manager, which works on all Xiaomi smartphones, regardless of the version. MIUI, It doesn't require any additional settings:

• 🔑 Sign in to accounts via Chrome browser or apps with Google Smart Lock support.
• 📱 Synced data with Google account (on by default when the first phone starts).
• 🌐 Used autofill forms on the sites.

To see the saved passwords:

1. Open Settings → Google → Manage your Google account.
2. Go to the Security tab.
3. Click on Password Manager (or Passwords in older versions).
4. Confirm access with the help of PIN-code, print or pattern lock.

This will show all the saved logins and passwords, grouped by site and application.

• 👁️ View the password (click on the entry and select Show password).
• 📋 Copy it into the clipboard.
• ✏️ Edit or delete the record.
• 🔍 Search by service name.

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If the password of the desired site is not in the list, check whether you have used incognito mode in Chrome or another browser (for example, Mi Browser).

2. Passwords in Mi Account (only for Xiaomi)

Xiaomi stores some of the passwords in its cloud-based Mi Account service.

• 📱 Logins from Mi Home, Mi Fit, Mi Community.
• 🌐 Passwords saved through the Mi Browser browser.
• 🔐 Data from some system functions (e.g. Second Space or App Lock).

To gain access:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
2. Sign in if you need to.
3. Go to Data Management → Passwords and security.

Note that not all passwords are displayed here, but only those that are tied to the Xiaomi ecosystem. For example, if you saved data from VKontakte via Mi Browser, it can be displayed here, but passwords from Gmail or Instagram are unlikely.

3.Export passwords via Chrome (for power users)

If you use Google Chrome on Xiaomi, all saved passwords can be exported to.csv for backup or port to another phone. MIUI, It requires a password confirmation from your Google account.

Instructions:

1. Open Chrome and go to the ⋮ → Settings → Passwords.
2. Press on. ⋮ In the upper right corner and select Export Passwords.
3. Confirm the action with a password from your Google account.
4. The passwords.csv file will be saved in the Download folder.

⚠️ Note: the password file is not encrypted! Store it in a safe place and delete it after use. Also note that some characters (such as Cyrillic) may not display correctly - open the file via Excel or Google Sheets and select encoding UTF-8.

Make sure all the conditions are met:

1.You are logged in to a Google account on your phone.

2.Save passwords enabled in Chrome (Settings) → Passwords. → Save passwords).

3. There is enough space on the device for the file (usually weighs several KB).

4. you remember the password from your Google account (it will be required for confirmation).

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4. Wi-Fi passwords on Xiaomi: where are stored and how to see

A separate category is Wi-Fi passwords, which you can see without rooting permissions on Xiaomi, but only for networks that the phone has previously connected to. MIUI 12-15 and does not require additional applications.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Press on. ⚙️ Next to the network (or hold your finger on the name).
3. Choose Share (or Share in English).
4. Confirm the action with the help of PIN-code-print.

After that, it will appear on the screen. QR-And the code is the network data, and underneath it is the text password:

• 📷 Take a picture QR-code for fast connection of other devices.
• 📋 Copy password to clipboard (hold your finger on the text).
• 🔄 Share data via Bluetooth or Mi Share.

⚠️ Note: If the Share button is inactive, it means that:

• The phone is not currently connected to the network (you need to reconnect).
• The network is protected by an enterprise protocol (e.g, WPA2-Enterprise), And the password can't be viewed without root rights.
• Wi-Fi Sharing feature is disabled on the phone (included in Settings) → Additionally. → Wi-Fi Password Transfer).

5. View passwords with root rights (for advanced)

If your Xiaomi has unlocked the bootloader and installed root rights (via Magisk or SuperSU), you can access all saved passwords, including system passwords.

• 🔓 Passwords from apps that are not synced to Google or Mi Account.
• 📡 Data from VPN, Proxy or Enterprise Networks.
• 🔑 Encryption keys (e.g. for Full Disk Encryption).

The viewing will require:

1. Install a file manager with root support, such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer.
2. Cross the path /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases.
3. Open the settings.db file using SQL-Editor (e.g. SQLite Editor).
4. Find a secure table and look for records with a name="wifi_password" or similar tags.

Alternatively, you can use the Passwords Viewer app (requires root), which automatically scans system files and displays all passwords found in a convenient way.

• ⚠️ Some applications may be viruses – download only from trusted sources (e.g, XDA Developers).
• 🔧 Changing system files without knowledge can cause a crash MIUI.
• 📵 After viewing passwords, it is recommended to restart the phone to close access to system folders.

Yes, for customization.

Yes, but only for backup.

No, I'm afraid I'll lose my guarantee.

No, I don't see the point.

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Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to determine, we have collected the key features of each method in the table:

For most Xiaomi users, the first three methods are sufficient, and the root rights should only be resorted to if:

• 🔧 You need passwords from system applications (e.g. App Lock).
• 📡 Access to corporate networks is required or VPN.
• 🔓 You have forgotten your Mi Account password and cannot recover it in the standard ways.

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If you're not sure about your skills, don't use root methods. 90% of the time, you can find the passwords you need through your Google Manager or Mi Account.

Frequent problems and solutions

Sometimes passwords don't show up or errors occur, and the way we handle them is to understand them.

Problem 1: Google’s password manager is empty, even though I’ve been saving data.

• 🔹 Check if synchronization is enabled: Settings → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of the account.
• 🔹 Make sure you are logged in to the same account you saved passwords through.
• 🔹 Try to upgrade Google Play Services to Play Market.

Problem 2: When exporting passwords from Chrome, there is a “failed to export” error.

• 🔹 Check your internet connection (export requires confirmation via Google servers).
• 🔹 Make sure the latest version of Chrome is installed on your phone.
• 🔹 Try exporting passwords from your computer through passwords.google.com.

Problem 3: I can’t see the Wi-Fi password – the Share button is inactive.

• 🔹 Connect to the network again (sometimes reconnecting helps).
• 🔹 Check if the sharing function is disabled in Settings → Additionally.
• 🔹 If the network is corporate (for example, in the office), the password can be found only from the administrator.

Problem 4: After the update MIUI Passwords are no longer displayed in Mi Account.

• 🔹 Perform Forced Synchronization: Settings → Mi Account → Synchronization of data.
• 🔹 Reinstall Mi Browser if passwords were saved through it.
• 🔹 Clear the Mi Account app cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management.

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