Where to see the password from Wi-Fi on the router Xiaomi Mi Router: all ways

Forgot the Wi-Fi password on the Xiaomi Mi Router and don't know where to find it? This situation is familiar to many: the router was set up a year ago, the password was written on a piece of paper that was long lost, and now you need to connect a new gadget. Fortunately, there are several ways to restore access — from simply viewing the current password in the settings to completely resetting the router to factory settings.

In this article, we will analyze all possible methods of obtaining a password from Xiaomi Mi Router – from Mi Router models. 3/4 up to date Mi Router AX3000/AX6000. You will learn where the default factory password is stored, how to view it through a mobile application or web interface, and what to do if the router is blocked. Particular attention will be paid to hidden nuances that the manufacturer does not specify in the official documentation - for example, how to bypass the request for an old password when changing settings.

Important: if you rent a router from a provider (for example, Rostelecom or Beeline), the factory data can be changed, in which case, first check the sticker on the device case - sometimes it indicates an individual password from the provider.

1.Where the factory password is stored on the case of the Xiaomi router

The fastest way to find out the password is to look at it on the sticker on the back of the router. On all Xiaomi Mi Router models (including Mi Router 3G/4A/4C/AX1800/AX3600), the manufacturer indicates:

• 🔹 SSID (Network name – usually starts with Xiaomi_XXXX or MiWiFi_XXXX;
• 🔑 Password by default - a combination of 8+ symbols (numbers and letters in lower case);
• 📡 MAC-Address – may be required to link to the provider;
• 🌐 The address of the web interface is most often miwifi.com or 192.168.31.1.

If the sticker is erased or not (for example, on used devices), try the standard combinations for your model:

⚠️ Note: If you have already changed your password in your settings, the factory combination will not work.

On some routers (such as the Mi Router 4A Gigabit Edition), the sticker can be hidden under rubber legs.

2. How to view the current password through the web interface

If the router is connected to the network and you remember the login data to the control panel, you can find out the current Wi-Fi password in 2 minutes.

1. Connect your computer or phone to the router via cable (via the router) LAN-port) or Wi-Fi (if the password is saved on one of the devices).
2. Open your browser and enter miwifi.com or 192.168.31.1.
3. Enter the login and password to enter the settings (by default – admin and admin, if not changed).
4. Go to the Wi-Fi section → Wireless network settings.

Here you will see the fields:

• 📛 Name of the network (SSID) — Current name of your Wi-Fi;
• 🔐 Password – will appear as dots, but it can be opened by clicking on the icon of the eye (👁️);
• 🔄 Type of security - usually WPA2-PSK or WPA3.

If there is no eye icon, copy the masked password, paste it into a notebook, and replace the dots with characters by number (for example, 12 dots = 12 password characters).

⚠️ Attention: On routers with MiWiFi firmware ROM (Chinese version) the password section can be hidden. In this case, update the firmware to the global version via Settings → Update.

3. Password recovery via Mi Wi-Fi mobile application

The official Mi Wi-Fi app (formerly Mi Router) lets you control your router from your smartphone, including browsing and changing your password.

• 📱 Android (Google Play);
• 🍎 iOS (App Store).

Instructions for password recovery:

1. Connect your phone to the Wi-Fi router (if the password is saved) or via cable.
2. Open the app and log in to Xiaomi’s account (if you’ve previously linked your router).
3. Select your router from the list of devices.
4. Go to the Wi-Fi settings → Password.
5. Press the eye icon (👁️), to see the current password.

If the router is not displayed in the app:

• 🔌 Check if the router is on and the power indicator is on;
• 📶 Make sure your phone is connected to the same network as the router;
• 🔄 Restart the router (reset button for 10 seconds).

On routers with Padavan firmware (custom) the Mi Wi-Fi mobile application does not work – use the web interface at 192.168.1.1.

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If the Mi Wi-Fi app doesn’t find the router, try manually adding it to the router. MAC-Address (specified on the sticker) To do this, click "Add device" in the app" → "Another way" → enter MAC.

4. Reset router to factory settings (if password is lost)

If you don't remember the Wi-Fi password or the login data to the control panel, the only way out is to completely reset the router, which will return all settings to the factory settings, including the network name and password (you can see it on the sticker).

How to reset Xiaomi Mi Router:

1. Find the Reset button (small hole) on the back of the router.
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. Release the button – the router will restart (it will take 1-2 minutes).

After discharge:

• 🔧 Network name and password will become factory (see sticker);
• 📡 All connected devices will be disabled;
• ⚙️ Port, Parental Control and Guest Network Settings Will Reset.

⚠️ Attention: On Mi Router routers AX6000 The newer Reset button can be touch-sensitive, in which case hold it with your finger until it vibrates (about 5 seconds).

If the router does not distribute Wi-Fi after resetting:

• 🔌 Check the connection of the cable from the provider;
• 💡 Make sure the indicator is on. WAN (blue-green);
• 🔄 Try holding the Reset again for 20 seconds for a deep reset.

5. Alternative methods: via Telnet or backup

For experienced users, there are two little-known password recovery methods:

Method 1: Telnet connection (only for old firmware)

On routers with firmware up to MiWiFi ROM 2.0 (2018 and earlier), you can connect to Telnet and pull the password from the configuration file.

1. Install PuTTY (Windows) or use Terminal (macOS/Linux).
2. Connect to the router via IP 192.168.31.1 via port 23.
3. Enter the commands: cat /etc/config/wireless grep 'key=' /etc/config/wireless In the answer, find the key='your password' line.

Method 2: Restore from backup

If you previously saved your router settings to a file (via Settings → Backup), you can extract the password from it:

1. Download the backup (file with the.cfg or.bin extension).
2. Open it in a text editor (like Notepad++).
3. Find a line. wpa_psk= — After that, you'll have a password.

These methods do not work on all models and require technical skills, and for modern routers (AX3000 and later), they are likely to be blocked.

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Resetting a router is the most reliable way if you forget all your passwords, but remember, after that, you have to reset your Internet connection (enter data from the provider).

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to recover a password, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common solutions:

Another common mistake is trying to enter a password from a keyboard with the wrong layout, for example, if the sticker says abc123xy and you type in fis123chz (Russian layout). Always check the input language!

If the router gives an error "Incorrect password" when connecting new devices, but the old gadgets work:

• 🔄 Reboot the router;
• 📵 Turn off the “Hide Network” function in Wi-Fi settings;
• 🔐 Check if the filter is on. MAC-address".

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