Where the password from the Xiaomi router is stored: all ways to find and reset

Forgot the Wi-Fi password on Xiaomi's router and don't know where to look? This is a familiar situation: the device is configured long ago, the data sticker is lost, and standard combinations like admin/admin don't fit. Unlike other brands' budget models, Xiaomi routers (Mi Router, Redmi Router, AX3000/AX6000 series) store the password in several places - and not all of them are obvious.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to access passwords, from factory stickers to hidden firmware settings. We will also learn how to reset passwords if none of the methods worked, and what to do if Xiaomi routers are blocked after failed login attempts. Instructions are valid for all models released from 2018 to 2026, including the Mi Router 4A, 4C, 5G, AX1800 and flagship AX3000/AX6000.

1. Factory sticker: where to look for a password on the router's case

The easiest way to check the sticker is to check the bottom or back of the router, and all Xiaomi models (except some versions for the Chinese market) show:

• 🔤 SSID (Wi-Fi network name – usually starts with Xiaomi_, MiWiFi_ or Redmi_;
• 🔑 Wi-Fi Password (Wi-Fi Password or Key) – 8 combinations+ symbols (numbers, letters, sometimes hyphens);
• 🌐 The web interface address is miwifi.com or IP 192.168.31.1;
• 🔧 Login / password for logging into the administrator panel (most often admin).

⚠️ Note: If the sticker is erased or missing (for example, on used devices), try the standard combinations for your model:

If the sticker is lost and the default passwords don't fit, move on to the next method: On Xiaomi routers released after 2020, the factory password is encrypted in a configuration file - it can't be restored without being reset.

2. Web interface router: how to view the password through miwifi.com

If you are connected to the router network (even by cable), you can find the password through the admin panel.

1. Open your browser and type miwifi.com or 192.168.31.1 into the address bar.
2. Enter the username and password (by default admin, if not changed).
3. Go to the Wi-Fi section → Wireless network settings.
4. The password will be displayed in the Wi-Fi Password field (may be hidden under the dots – click the eye icon). 👁️).

🔹 If you can't get in the panel, try it:

• 🔄 Reset password through the Mi WiFi app (if the router is linked to a Xiaomi account).
• 🔌 Connect via cable – sometimes Wi-Fi blocks access to settings.
• 📱 Use a different browser (such as Chrome or Firefox) because Safari may not display the interface correctly.

⚠️ Attention: On routers with MiWiFi firmware ROM (The Chinese version of the password section can be hidden, in which case you need to reflash the device to the global version or use Telnet commands (see section 5).

3. Mi WiFi app: how to find out password through your phone

If the router is linked to a Xiaomi account, you can view the password in the official Mi WiFi app (available for Android and iOS).

1. Download the app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign in with the same Xiaomi account that the router is attached to.
3. Select your router from the list of devices.
4. Go to the Wi-Fi settings → Password.

📌 Important: If the router is not linked to the account, this method will not work, and in some regions (for example, in Europe), the functionality of the application may be limited due to the fact that the router is not linked to the account. GDPR.

⚠️ Note: In the Mi WiFi app, the password may not appear in its entirety (for example, only the last 4 characters).To see the whole, click on the eye icon or copy to the clipboard.

4. Resetting the router to factory settings: when necessary

If none of the previous methods worked, then hard reset will return the router to the factory settings, including the Wi-Fi password and the admin login.

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually recessed in the case).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick and press the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. Release the button and wait for the reboot (1-2 minutes).
4. Connect to the network with a factory name (see sticker) and use a standard password.

🔹 Effects of discharge:

• ❌ All network settings (including PPPoE, IPTV, Guest Wi-Fi will be removed.
• ❌ Xiaomi account will remain linked, but will require re-authorization.
• ✅ The Wi-Fi password will be restored (see section 1).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi routers AX6000 and AX3000 Reset can take up to 5 minutes - do not interrupt the process, even if the indicators are gone.

5. Alternative methods: Telnet, configuration files and firmware

For experienced users, there are ways to extract a password without resetting:

Method 1: Telnet connection (only for old firmware)

On routers with firmware until 2021, you can use Telnet:

telnet 192.168.31.1


login: admin




password: admin




nvram show | grep "wpa_psk"

The answer will be a string with a password encrypted, and to decrypt it, use online services like WirelessKeyView.

Method 2: Export configuration (for MiWiFi firmware)

In the web interface (miwifi.com), go to System → Backup/Restore and download the configuration file. Open it in the text editor and find the line:

<wpa_psk> Your password</wpa_psk>

🔹 Limitations:

• 🔒 On New Firmware (2022)+) Configuration file is encrypted.
• 🛠️ For routers with Qualcomm chipset (for example, AX3000) You will need to unlock the Bootloader.

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If you often forget passwords, back up your router configuration and save it to the cloud (like Google Drive) to help you quickly restore your settings without resetting.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to find or reset a password, users often face typical problems:

• 🚫 "Incorrect password when logging in to miwifi.com → Check if the Caps Lock key or keyboard layout is enabled. On some routers, the password is case sensitive.
• 🔌 Router not responding after reset → Turn off the power for 30 seconds, then turn it on again. If it doesn't work, check the power supply.
• 📡 Wi-Fi network not listed after reset → In some models (AX6000) After the reset, the Wi-Fi does not turn on immediately. Wait 2-3 minutes or connect via cable.
• 🔄 Mi WiFi app doesn't see router → Make sure the phone is connected to the router network (not the mobile Internet). VPN.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi routers with firmware for the Chinese market (CN ROM) Reset protection may be enabled, in which case, after a hard reset, you will need to enter a confirmation code associated with the Xiaomi account, and if the account is lost, the router will become a brick, and you can only restore it through the use of a new device. UART service-centre.

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Always check if your router is linked to a Xiaomi account before resetting, and if so, make sure you have access to that account or you risk losing your device.

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