The situation of connecting a new device to your home network, but the password is forgotten or lost, is familiar to many smartphone owners. In the Xiaomi ecosystem with MIUI shells and the new HyperOS, this task is quite simple if you are already connected to the right access point. Modern versions of Android allow you to view saved security keys directly in the settings without having to obtain superuser rights.
However, there are nuances that depend on the version of the operating system and the type of device you are connected to. If your smartphone is already online, you can extract the code in a few seconds through the wireless connection menu. In cases where access to the phone is lost or not connected, more complex methods will be required, including logging into the router's admin panel or using a computer.
In this guide, we will discuss in detail all the current ways to recover forgotten data for Internet access. QR-code and what to do if standard methods fail. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure that your network settings do not disrupt the network settings.
Use of built-in QR-code-setting MIUI
The easiest and fastest way to find out the saved password is to use the generation function. QR-code that is embedded in the shell MIUI. This method works on most modern smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco, starting with Android versions 10 and higher.The system automatically encrypts data for fast connection of guests, but allows the owner to see hidden information.
To start, open the standard Settings app and go to the Wi-Fi section, where you'll see a list of available networks, and at the top, a card of your current active connection, and click on your network name or the arrow to the right of your network to reveal a detailed menu. In the window that opens, you will see the “Share” button or icon. QR-code.
After clicking on the smartphone screen will be displayed QR-It's usually in fine print, and it's written in plain text, and if it's too small or too dotted, take a screenshot of the screen, and then open this screenshot through the Gallery app or any scanner. QR-codes (e.g. Google Lens) and the device recognizes the text by displaying the desired security key.
⚠️ Note: Do not send screenshots from QR-Anyone who scans this code can instantly connect to your network without entering a password.
It is important to note that on some global firmware versions, the code may be hidden for increased security, in which case the system requires unlocking the screen (entering the screen). PIN-Biometric protection ensures that even if you take your unlocked phone, an outsider will not be able to quickly copy the accesses.
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If the text is QR-code is not readable, increase the brightness of the screen to the maximum before taking a screenshot - this will improve the contrast for the scanner.
View saved networks in HyperOS and Android 12+
In the latest versions of Android (12, 13, 14, 15) and HyperOS, Google has introduced a user-friendly password manager integrated directly into WiFi settings, which allows you to view not only the current network, but also the history of all saved connections.
To use this method, go to Settings → Wi-Fi. Unlike the older versions, you may need to click on the three-dot menu in the upper right corner or select “Additional settings.” Find the “Save Networks” or “Network Management” section, and here you will see a complete list of all the access points that the phone has previously connected to.
Choose the network you're interested in from the list. When you click on it, the system will request proof of identity through a fingerprint, Face. ID Or a pattern lock. Once authenticated successfully, a menu will open where it will be displayed. QR-code and a text string with a password. You can copy it to the clipboard for use on other devices.
- 🔑 Biometric or digital authorization of the device owner is required to access the list.
- 📱 The function works even if the network is not active now, the main thing is that it should be in the memory of the phone.
- 🔄 Changes to this menu apply to all user profiles on this device.
Keep in mind that if you have ever manually deleted a network from your device (“Forget the network”), it will be impossible to restore the password through the phone settings. Only current connection configurations are stored in the smartphone memory, in which case you will have to look for alternative ways to solve the problem.
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Enter the control panel of the router through the browser
If your phone is not connected to the network or you want to know the password for a new device, the most reliable way is to log in to the settings of the router itself. This method is universal and works with routers of all brands: TP-Link, Asus, Keenetic, MikroTik and others. You only need a browser and access to the local network.
First, you need to know. IP-Gateway address. You can do this on Xiaomi by going to Settings. → Wi-Fi, click on the active network and see the Gateway or Router field, usually the address of the type 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. Enter this address in the address bar of any browser (Chrome, Yandex.Browser).
The router authorization page will open, and you'll need your login and administrator password. Often, the default is admin/admin combinations or the data on the sticker at the bottom of the device, and if you've changed that data before and forgotten it, you may need to reset the router to factory settings.
| Router brand | Standard IP | Login by default | Password default |
|---|---|---|---|
| TP-Link | 192.168.0.1 | admin | admin |
| Asus | 192.168.1.1 | admin | admin |
| Keenetic | my.keenetic.net | admin | 1234 |
| Xiaomi Router | 192.168.31.1 | - | admin/no password |
Once you've successfully logged in, find the partition associated with the wireless network, which can be called Wireless, Wi-Fi Settings, or Wireless Mode, and the Wireless Password or Security Key field will show your current password, and you can change it to a more complex one if you suspect unauthorized access.
What to do if the admin page is not loaded?
Using Google Accounts to Restore
Google’s ecosystem offers a powerful password synchronization tool that is often overlooked.If your Xiaomi has Google Account sync enabled, all stored WiFi keys can be accessed via a web interface, which is especially convenient if you need to access from a computer or other device without being near your phone.
Go to passwords.google.com and log in under the same account you use on your smartphone. Search for passwords in the saved data list or search for Wi-Fi. The system will filter out the saved networks. When you click on a particular record, you will need to re-identify.
The good thing about this method is that it's independent of the phone model or the MIUI version. Even if you change your smartphone to another brand, your passwords will remain available, but it requires that the Internet and sync are on when you save the network on the device.
- 🌐 Access is possible from any device that has access to the global network.
- 🔐 Two-factor authorization is required to log into a Google account.
- 💾 The history is stored until you manually delete the record.
It's important to understand that sync isn't instantaneous. If you've just connected to a new network, it can appear late in the Google cloud. To get the data, you'd better use the local phone settings described in the first sections.
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Google Passwords is cloud storage, so it requires an active internet connection on the device from which you check data.
Resetting network settings as a last resort
In situations where none of the software methods work, or the system is not working properly, you can resort to resetting network settings. This action will return the connection settings to factory values. Attention: this will delete all stored WiFi networks and Bluetooth pairs, but will not affect your personal files, photos or contacts.
Resets can be done via Settings menu → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. Once rebooted, the phone will be “clean” in terms of connections. This method is useful if the problem is a software failure that interferes with the display of passwords, not the user’s forgetfulness.
Once reset, you will have to re-enter passwords from all networks. If you do not remember the home key, this step makes sense only after you have learned the password through the router (see section above) or the ISP documentation, otherwise you risk being left without Internet on all devices.
⚠️ Note: Resetting network settings will also remove settings VPN and APN (Mobile Internet hotspots: Make sure you have data from the operator to manually configure the mobile Internet if the automatic configuration fails.
Not to be confused with a full reset of the phone to factory (Wipe Data), the latter option will delete absolutely all data from the device, including applications and media files. To solve the problem with WiFi, it is enough network reset, which is a less radical measure.
Frequent problems and ways to solve them
Xiaomi users often encounter specific problems when trying to (see) passwords, such as the Share button may be inactive, or QR-The code is not read by the camera of another device, often because of application permissions or outdated software.
If the camera can't see QR-code, try changing distance or lighting, and also make sure that the Camera or Scanner app has enabled recognition. QR-In some versions, codes. MIUI This function must be activated separately in the scanner settings.
If the password is displayed but other devices are unable to connect, check the network security type. Current WPA3 standards may not be supported by older gadgets. Try changing the router's security settings to mixed WPA2/WPA3 or pure WPA2.
If nothing helps, it is possible that the device has modified system files or third-party launchers that block access to system security settings, in which case it is recommended to update the firmware to the last versión tab or contact the service center for diagnosis.