Where to look for Wi-Fi password on Xiaomi router: all possible places + recovery instructions

Forgot the Wi-Fi password, and Xiaomi router doesn't want to let you online? The situation is familiar to many - especially if the device was set up a long time ago or someone else connected it. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to access factory data. The main rule is: don't rush to reset the settings to the factory until you have checked all the obvious places where the password can be specified.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible locations where Xiaomi places network information, from stickers on the case to hidden menus in the mobile app, and if standard methods don’t work, you’ll learn how to restore access without losing settings or reset the router correctly so you don’t lose important data, starting with the simplest one: a physical check of the device.

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1.A sticker on the back of the router: the first place to search

Most Xiaomi models (including the popular Mi Router 4A/4C/4Q, Redmi Router AX6 and Xiaomi AIoT Router AC2350) have a factory sticker on the bottom or back panel, which indicates:

• 🔤 Name of the network (SSID) — usually begins with Xiaomi_XXXX or MiWiFi_XXXX.
• 🔑 Password (Password/Key) — combination 8+ symbols (numbers, Latin alphabet, sometimes with hyphens).
• 📡 MAC-Address and serial number – useful for linking to your Mi Account.

The sticker can be hidden under the legs (if the router is upright) or taped with a protective film (on new devices). Carefully tucked it into a nail or plastic card - often under the layer of glue is hidden complete information.

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If the sticker is erased or the text is not readable, try to illuminate it with a flashlight at an angle - UV ink (used on some models) will appear in blue light.

⚠️ Note: Some routers (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Router Pro) only have a password in the QR-To read it, scan the code through the Mi Home app or any other app. QR-If the code is corrupted, move on to the next method.

2. Box and documentation: where else can the password be

If the sticker on the router is missing or damaged, check the complete box and documents. Xiaomi often duplicates data in the following places:

• 📦 At the bottom of the box, next to the barcode or under a transparent film.
• 📄 In the warranty card - sometimes the password is printed on the back.
• 📋 In the short guide - on the last page in the section "Technical data".

This is especially true for gift sets or routers purchased bundled with other Xiaomi devices (such as the Mi Box or Redmi TV), in which case the password may be listed on a common sticker for all devices in the box.

If you don't have documents, don't despair. 80 percent of the time, the data is duplicated in a mobile app or a web interface on the router, and we'll talk about that later.

Mobile application Mi Home: how to see a password without resetting

If the router was linked to a Mi Account, you can see the password in the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).

1. Open Mi Home and go to Devices section → [Your router].
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ "Settings" in the upper right corner.
3. Select Wi-Fi settings → Wi-Fi password.
4. The system will request confirmation by SMS or fingerprint – enter the data.

Important: If the router is not tied to the account or has been reset, this method will not work, in which case, go to the section about resetting.

You can also change your password without losing other settings (such as guest network or parental controls).

• 🔄 In the same menu, click "Change" on Wi-Fi Password".
• 📝 Enter a new password (minimum 8 characters, with a capital letter and a number).
• 🔗 Confirm the changes – the router will restart and all devices will shut down.

4. Web interface of the router: access through the browser

If you have access to the router network (for example, via a cable or other device that is already connected), the password can be viewed in the web control panel.

1. Connect your computer or phone to your router via Ethernet or an existing Wi-Fi connection.
2. Open your browser and type in the address bar 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com.
3. Sign in - by default login and password admin (if not changed).
4. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi – here will be the current password.

⚠️ Note: If you don’t remember the login data to the control panel and the router is not tied to the Mi Account, you will have to do a hardware reset (see Section 6.

Additional features are also available in the web interface:

• 📊 Traffic statistics – who is connected to the network.
• 🔒 Guest Network – a separate password for temporary users.
• 🔄 Backup settings – save the config before resetting.

5. Hidden places: QR-code, SIM-map and other nuances

Some Xiaomi models (such as the Mi Router 4G or Redmi Router AX6000) have non-obvious ways to access the password:

• 📱 QR-code SIM-map: Complete with 4G-routers SIM with a sticker where the password is.
• 🖼️ QR-Code on the case: Scan it through Mi Home – the page with data will open.
• 📎 Under the battery: On portable models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Range Extender), the sticker can be under the lid.

If the router was purchased from a telecom operator (for example, MTS or Beeline), the password can be specified in the contract or on the Internet. SIM-In this case, Xiaomi’s standard methods will not work – contact the provider for support.

6. Resetting settings: the last resort, if nothing helped

If all previous methods fail, you will have to reset the router to the factory settings, which will delete all personal data, including:

• 🔐 Wi-Fi passwords (main and guest).
• 📱 List of connected devices.
• ⚙️ Port settings, DNS, parental control.

Resetting instructions:

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.
3. The indicators on the router will start flashing – release the button.
4. Wait for the reboot (2-3 minutes).

After discharge:

• 🔄 Router will create a new network with a name Xiaomi_XXXX.
• 🔑 Password will be displayed on the sticker (or automatically generated).
• 📱 Re-attach the device to Mi Home to avoid future problems.

7.How to avoid problems in the future: safety tips

To avoid searching for a password every time, follow the following simple rules:

• 📝 Take a photo of the sticker and save it to the cloud (e.g. Google Drive).
• 🔗 Link the router to Mi Account – this will allow you to manage it remotely.

⚠️ Warning: Never use default passwords (e.g. 12345678 or admin) such networks are easy to crack in minutes with special programs. WPA3, Enable this protocol in the security settings.

For convenience, you can type your password on a sticker and paste it on the inside of the router (not in plain sight!) or use password managers like KeePass or 1Password.

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Linking a router to a Mi Account not only simplifies management, but also allows you to restore access to the network even after a reset (if the device was online at least once).

FAQ: Frequent questions about passwords on Xiaomi routers