Forgot your home Wi-Fi password, and the message box from the router is not clear? Or friends ask to share the network, but you do not remember the combination of characters? On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi, Poco and Mi) there are several ways to extract the saved password, from standard MIUI features to technical solutions for advanced users.
In this article, you will find 5 working methods, including hidden shell features, root access, and alternative options if the phone is not at hand. We have taken into account the features of the latest versions of MIUI 14/13 and popular models from Redmi Note 12 to Xiaomi 13 Ultra. Importantly, some methods require administrator rights or access to the router, but we have marked them in advance so that you do not waste time.
If you’re looking for a solution for older versions of MIUI (under 12) or pure Android devices (like Poco F1), there’s a separate nuanced section at the end of this article, and for those who are afraid of losing data, we’ve added an FAQ with answers to frequent security questions.
1. Standard method: via Wi-Fi settings in MIUI
The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI feature to view the password.It works on most modern Xiaomi smartphones (starting with MIUI 10), but requires the device to be connected to the right network.
Instructions:
- 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon on the desktop).
- 🌐 Go to the Wi-Fi section (or Connections) → Wi-Fi on some models).
- 🔍 Find your network in the list and tap it by its name (not by switch!).
- 👁️ In the window that opens, click on the icon. QR-Code or Share (depending on version) MIUI).
- 🔑 Fingerprint confirmation, PIN-The code or pattern lock will display a password.
⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for European Region) the password display function may be disabled, in which case try alternative methods from the following sections.
The device is connected to the desired Wi-Fi network|Version. MIUI lower 10|The phone has a screen unlocked (PIN/graphical key/fingerprint)|The “share” function or "QR-code active in the network menu-->
If you only see a password instead of a password QR-code, which can be scanned by another device (e.g. iPhone or tablet) using the standard Camera app, the system automatically recognizes the network and prompts you to connect by showing the password.
2. Alternative method: through the menu "Share Wi-Fi"
MIUI 12 and later introduced a separate feature for network data transfer, Wi-Fi Share, which works even if the standard way doesn't show the password directly.
How to use:
- Press your network name in the Wi-Fi list (long press).
- In the context menu, select Share Wi-Fi.
- Confirm the action by biometrics or lock password.
- It'll appear on screen. QR-code and text password underneath.
💡 Useful advice: If QR-code is not scanned, try to increase the brightness of the screen or turn on Dark theme mode in the settings - sometimes contrast improves recognition.
Why can't the method work?
This method is convenient if you need to quickly transfer access to the guest: it is enough to show QR-The code, and his phone will automatically connect without manually entering the password. However, remember that the password in text form is displayed only on devices with superuser rights (root) or on some custom firmware.
3.For advanced: extracting password through root access
If standard methods fail and the phone has superuser (root) rights, you can extract the password from the system files, which is suitable for users who previously unlocked the bootloader and installed Magisk or SuperSU.
Step-by-step:
- Install any root-enabled file manager from Google Play (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
- Go to /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml
- Find the <string name="PreSharedKey">	</string> string in the file - there will be an encrypted password between the tags.
- Copy the value and use an online decoder (such as URL Decoder) to decrypt it.
⚠️ Note: Modifying or deleting files in /data/misc/wifi/ It can cause a failure of the Wi-Fi module. we recommend to pre-create a backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.
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If the file WifiConfigStore.xml missing, try the way /data/misc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf — passwords are stored in plain form (psk line)="password").
For MIUI 14 root users, the WiFi Password Viewer from Magisk Modules is also available, which automatically retrieves all saved passwords and displays them in a handy list.
4.If the phone is not at hand: password on the router
You don't always have to go into your smartphone settings -- you can find the password directly on the router -- and it's universal and works independently of the Xiaomi model.
Methods of accessing the password:
- 🖥️ Through the router's web interface: Connect to the network from any device (PC, laptop, other phone). IP-router address (usually) 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1). Log in (logins/passwords by default: admin/admin Or see the router sticker. Go to the Wi-Fi section. → Security (or Wireless Settings).
On the router sticker:
Wi-Fi Key
Password
Through the provider's application:
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📊 Comparison of password access methods on the router:
| Method | Difficulty | Access required | It works without a phone. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web interface | Medium | Router login/password | Yes. |
| Router sticker | Easy. | Physical access | Yes. |
| Provider's application | Easy. | Operator's account | Yes. |
| Router reset | Tall. | Physical access | Yes (but all settings will reset) |
⚠️ Note: If you reset the router to factory settings (reset button), the password will return to the standard (specified on the sticker), but all personal settings (including associated devices and ports) will be lost.
5. Specific cases: old versions of MIUI and custom firmware
On devices with MIUI 8/9 or custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS, Pixel Experience), standard methods may not work.
For MIUI 8/9:
- 🔧 Use the app. ES Explorer (old version) with Root Explorer enabled.
- 📁 Move to the /data/misc/wifi/ and open the file. wpa_supplicant.conf text-editor.
- 🔍 Find the network block={...} psk-based="password".