How to see a password from Wi-Fi on Xiaomi: official and hidden methods

Forgotten passwords from home Wi-Fi are a familiar situation, especially when you have only a Xiaomi smartphone and access to the router is not available. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several ways to restore the password directly through the phone, from standard MIUI functions to hidden engineering menus. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for Redmi devices, POCO and Mi line, including models with MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS.

It's important to understand that not all methods are universal, like looking at your password through Settings. → Wi-Fi only works on phones with root rights, and the method with root rights QR-It requires physical access to the router, and we've assigned the instructions to the level of complexity, from the simplest to the most advanced, so you can choose the best option without too much manipulation.

If you are looking for a solution for a particular model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ or POCO X5 Pro, look at the compatibility table at the end of the article, and for those who are afraid of losing data, we've prepared a new version. FAQ-A block with answers to frequent security questions.

1. Standard method: viewing the password in Wi-Fi settings (root devices only)

The most obvious method is to look into saved Wi-Fi networks through the settings menu, but Xiaomi defaults to hide passwords with asterisks ( • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •), and you can only see them with superuser rights (root), and if your phone is not rooted, skip this section and move on to the next one.

Instructions for rooted devices:

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the name of your network (connected or saved).
3. In the window that appears, select Share or QR-code (depending on version) MIUI).
4. The system will request confirmation via Password/Feature – enter it.
5. The password will be displayed under QR-textually.

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If you don’t have root, but you have access to a Windows computer, you can use WiFi Password Revealer – it shows all saved passwords from the registry.

⚠️ Warning: Rooting your phone is warranty-free and can lead to security issues. On HyperOS models (e.g. Xiaomi 14), this method may not work due to the system’s modified architecture.

2. QR-Network code: how to find a password without root rights

This method works on all Xiaomi devices with MIUI 10 and newer, including Redmi 10, POCO F4 And others. The idea is to generate. QR-network code and then decrypt it using a third-party service.

Step-by-step:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi and tap on the connected network.
• 🔗 Choose to share. → QR-code (in some models, the item is called Network Information).
• 📸 Take a screenshot. QR-Take a photo of it or take it with another phone.
• 🌐 Go to qifi.org (works without registration).
• 📤 Upload the photo. QR-code - the service will show SSID (network name) and password in text form.

This method is safe, as it does not require the installation of additional applications. However, please note that some public networks (for example, in cafes or hotels) may use dynamic passwords that are not used in the Internet. QR-code will not.

3. Use of Wi-Fi configuration file (for advanced users)

On Xiaomi phones (as on all Android devices) Wi-Fi passwords are stored in a file. wpa_supplicant.conf. Access is only possible through ADB (Android Debug Bridge or file manager with root rights. POCO X3 Pro, Redmi K50 and others with an unlocked loader.

Instructions via ADB:

1. Install ADB Tools on your computer.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on your phone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then go back to Additional → For Developers).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and do it at the command line: adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml or for newer Android versions: adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml /sdcard/
4. Open the downloaded file in any text editor and find the string <string name="PreSharedKey">Password</string>.

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS phones, the path to the file may be different, and some manufacturers (including Xiaomi) encrypt the file, and you’ll need additional tools like the WiFi Password Viewer to read it).

Enable debugging by USB| Install Xiaomi drivers on PC| Download ADB Tools| Connect phone with original cable | Allow debugging on phone screen-->

4. Recovery of password through the router (if you have access to it)

If you have physical access to a router, you can find out the Wi-Fi password through its web interface. This method is universal and works independently of the Xiaomi phone model. It is suitable for Xiaomi Mi Router, TP-Link, ASUS and others.

How to do this:

• 🌐 Connect to the router via cable or another phone (if you know the password from the guest network).
• 🔍 Find the sticker on the back of the router - it is indicated IP-address (usually) 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) login details (logs/passwords, often admin/admin).
• 🖥️ Enter. IP-address in the browser, log in and go to the Wi-Fi section → Security settings (name may differ).
• 🔑 Password will be in the password field PSK Wireless Password.

For Xiaomi Mi Router routers, the instructions are simplified:

1. Open the Mi WiFi app (available on Google Play).
2. Log in through your Xiaomi account linked to the router.
3. Go to the Wi-Fi settings → Password.

5. Reset router settings: the last method

If none of these things worked and you have access to the router, you can do it (hardware reset), and that will bring back all the settings to the factory settings, including the Wi-Fi password that will be on the device sticker.

How to reset your router:

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually deepened into the case).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. After the reboot, the router will use factory settings. Look for the Wi-Fi password on the sticker (Wi-Fi Key or Password field).

⚠️ Warning: Reset will remove all settings, including tethered devices, ports and firewall rules. On routers with Padavan or OpenWRT firmware, you may need to reset your Internet connection after resetting.

6. Alternative methods: applications and engineering menu

If standard methods didn’t work, try Xiaomi’s specialty apps or hidden menus. note that some require an unlocked bootloader or superuser rights.

Password viewing applications:

• 📱 WiFi Password Show – Shows saved passwords (requires root).
• 🔍 WiFi Key Recovery – Works on some Redmi models without root.
• 🛠️ Root Browser – file manager for rooted devices (look for file) wpa_supplicant.conf).

Engineering menu (for experienced users only):

Type ##4636## on your phone keyboard, then go to Wi-Fi information. Some firmware shows network data, including passwords, but newer models (Xiaomi 13T, POCO F5) often block this method.

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Apps from Google Play that promise to show a password without root are often fraudulent. Do not install programs with suspicious permissions (such as accessing SMS or contacts).

FAQ: Frequent questions about recovering your Wi-Fi password on Xiaomi