Where and how to view saved passwords on Xiaomi smartphones: all ways

Introduction: Why you need saved passwords and where to look for them

Xiaomi’s current MIUI-based smartphones automatically store passwords from websites, apps and Wi-Fi networks to make logging easier. However, not everyone knows where that data is stored and how to extract it safely. Unlike iPhones, where passwords are synchronized via iCloud, Android (including Redmi, POCO and Mi) uses a combination of built-in Google Smart Lock tools and Xiaomi’s own solutions.

In this article, we will analyze all the official ways to view saved passwords – from the standard password manager. MIUI Up to the Hidden Features of Android 12/13/14. You will also learn how to export backup passwords and why some data may not show up correctly after resetting your phone to factory settings. 11/12/13/14 series, Redmi Note 10/11/12 and POCO F/X/M.

Method 1: View passwords through the “Settings” of MIUI

The easiest method is to use a built-in shell password manager MIUI. It works on all Xiaomi devices, regardless of Android version, but requires proof of identity (PIN-code, fingerprint or pattern lock).

To find the passwords saved:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to the Passwords and Security section → Password manager.
3. Enter the screen lock password (if requested).
4. Select category: Apps, Wi-Fi or Accounts.

This will show all the saved data, including logins and passwords from VK, Instagram, banking apps and other services. Please note that some passwords may be hidden – click on the eye icon to view them (re-authentication will be required).

Make sure your phone is connected to the internet (to sync with Google)

Check if the Autocomplete feature is enabled in the settings

Remember. PIN-Lock code – it will be required to access

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⚠️ Note: If you have previously disabled sync with Google Smart Lock, some of the passwords may not appear in the manager. MIUI. In this case, use Method 2.

Method 2: Using Google Smart Lock (for site passwords)

Google Smart Lock is a cloud service that stores passwords from websites (e.g. YouTube, Gmail, Ozone) and syncs them between devices. If you logged in through your Chrome browser or apps, the data could have been saved here.

How to check:

• 🌐 Open the Google Chrome browser on your phone.
• 🔗 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Passwords.
• 🔐 Enter. PIN-code or fingerprint.
• 📋 Scroll through the list of saved sites. To see the password, click on the line and select "Show password" (eye icon).

If passwords are not displayed, make sure that:

• You are logged in to the same Google account as you are on other devices.
• In Google settings, the option Saving Passwords is enabled (Settings → Google → Managing Google Account → Security → Passwords).
• You did not use incognito modes or guest sessions when entering passwords.

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Google Smart Lock

In third-party applications (KeePass, 1Password)

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Method 3: Viewing passwords from Wi-Fi networks

Wi-Fi passwords are stored separately from other data, and can be viewed without root permission, but only for networks that the phone has previously connected to.

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the name of the saved network (do not connect to it!).
3. Select Share (or Share in the English version of MIUI).
4. Confirm your identity with the help of PIN-code.
5. The password will be displayed under QR-code.

If there is no option to share:

• 📱 Make sure the phone is not connected to VPN Proxies (this can block access to system settings).
• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes it restores hidden features.
• 🛠️ Update. MIUI Up to the latest version (older versions may not have had an option).

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If you share Wi-Fi with guests often, create a new Wi-Fi service. QR-Network code in advance: Open Wi-Fi settings → Additionally. → QR-This code can be printed or sent via messenger.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g, POCO F1 or Redmi 7) Wi-Fi passwords may not be displayed due to manufacturer restrictions, in which case only viewing through root access will help.

Method 4: Exporting passwords for backup

If you plan to reset your phone to factory settings or upgrade to a new device, exporting passwords will help avoid losing them. MIUI doesn't provide a direct export feature, but it can be done through Google Smart Lock:

1. Open your browser on your computer and go to passwords.google.com.
2. Sign in with the same Google account as you do on your phone.
3. Click on the three dots next to any saved password and select Export Passwords.
4. Confirm the action by entering a password from your Google account.
5. Download the.csv file and save it in a safe place (for example, on a flash drive or in the cloud with encryption).

Passwords from the MIUI manager will require manual input or use of third-party applications such as Password Exporter (available on Google Play).

• 🔒 Exported.csv files are stored in plain form – encrypt them with the help of 7-Zip or VeraCrypt.
• 📵 Do not send files with passwords by email or messengers.
• 🔄 After importing to a new device, check the performance of passwords (some services may require re-authorization).

Method 5: Viewing passwords through root access (for advanced users)

If standard methods didn’t work, and password access is critical, root rights can be used, which is suitable for power users and requires unlocking the bootloader on Xiaomi.

Step-by-step:

1. Unblock Bootloader through the official Xiaomi website (requires a binding Mi Account and wait 7-30 days).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP) and get root with Magisk.
3. Download a root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
4. Go to /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases/settings.db or (for Wi-Fi passwords): /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml
5. Open files with a text editor and find lines with password or psk.

Warnings:

• 🚨 Unlocking the bootloader resets all data on the phone.
• 🛡️ Some banking applications (Sberbank Online, Tinkoff) may stop working on phones with root.
• 🔧 On Xiaomi models with MIUI 14 and later can trigger anti-rollback protection (anti-rollback), which locks the phone when trying to downgrade the firmware version.

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Use root access only as a last resort. Most passwords can be restored through standard methods (MIUI or Google Smart Lock) without risking system stability.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When working with saved passwords on Xiaomi, users encounter common errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

1.Passwords are not displayed in the MIUI manager

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔄 Sync is disabled: check your Xiaomi account settings (Settings) → Accounts. → Mi Account → Synchronization).
• 📱 Resetting: If the phone was previously reset, the passwords could have been deleted.Try to restore them via Google Smart Lock.
• 🔐 The screen lock password has been changed: the password manager is tied to the current one. PIN-If you've changed it, old data may not be available.

2. "Impossible to Show Password" Error in Chrome

This problem arises if:

• 🌐 You are using Chrome beta – install a stable version.
• 🔒 The phone has enabled the function of Locking the application screen (Settings) → Special facilities → Screen locking).
• 📡 No Internet connection (required to verify your Google account).

3. Wi-Fi passwords are not saved

If the phone doesn't remember the network:

• 🔧 Check the settings Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Auto-connection.
• 📵 Turn off the power saving mode for Wi-Fi (Settings) → Battery → Energy saving regime → Settings → Turn off for Wi-Fi).
• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.

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