Losing access to a wireless network is always a stressful situation, especially when you need to urgently connect a new device or guest, and the combination of characters completely out of memory. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face the fact that the Android system by default hides the symbols of the security key for protection. However, the MIUI operating system and its modern counterpart HyperOS provide users with enough tools to solve this problem without the need to be a hacker.
There are several proven methods to recover a forgotten combination, ranging from standard system functions to more complex router manipulations. Data security is a priority, so some methods require physical access to a device that is already connected to the network. QR-We will consider the actions in case no device has stored data.
Before we get into action, it’s important to understand that modern versions of Android have strict restrictions on app access to system files where passwords are stored, which is why only root-enabled devices or already connected gadgets can instantly display forgotten data in text form.
Use of the public access function through QR-code
The easiest and fastest way available to smartphone owners MIUI 12 and later, as well as HyperOS, is to use the built-in generation function. QR-If your phone or tablet is already connected to the right network, the system automatically encrypts the access data into the pattern lock, you don't need third-party programs or complex settings, just go to the wireless connection management menu.
To implement this method, you need to go to Settings → Wi-Fi and tap the arrow or gear icon next to the active network name, and you'll see a square code that contains encrypted information on the screen. Some scanners can immediately show the password text under the image, but most often you need to take a screenshot and recognize it through Google Lens or any other reader. QR-code.
- 📱 Open your Wi-Fi settings on your connected Xiaomi device.
- 🔲 Click on the network icon or arrow to call the details menu.
- 📸 Take a screenshot of what appears. QR-code.
- 🔍 Open the image via Google Lens or a gallery to read the text.
Importantly, this method only works if the smartphone has previously successfully connected to a given access point, and the cached data in the system allows you to generate the current code even if you do not remember the sequence of characters itself, which is the most secure option, without requiring interference with the router.
Why is the text not displayed under QR-code?
In some versions MIUI Or if you use certain themes, the system can hide the text transcription under the code. QR-It's a code that can extract raw data from an image: WIFI:T:WPA;S:Name network;P:Your password;;> Starting with the tenth version of the Android operating system, the mechanism for storing data on wireless networks has been changed towards greater transparency for the user, but with the preservation of basic protection measures. Owners of Xiaomi devices can use the built-in functionality to view a list of all previously used connections. However, it is worth considering that direct display of characters is not possible in all regions and firmware. → Wi-Fi → Safeguarded networks. This shows you a list of all the access points that the gadget has ever connected to, and if you click on a particular network, you can see the Share button or"QR-code, which brings us back to the previous method, but sometimes, depending on the version of the software, a field with masked characters can be displayed, which can be made visible. ⚠️ Note: Some global versions of the firmware MIUI Direct text display of the password in the settings can be blocked by the manufacturer in favor of Google's security policy. QR-If you can't see the combination with standard system tools, it means that the shell hides sensitive data. In such a situation, you should not download dubious applications from the Play Market that promise to “hack” or “show” passwords without root rights, since they are most often advertising garbage. Logging into the router’s web interface via the browser is a universal way that works regardless of the Xiaomi smartphone model or the Android version, is by logging into the router’s control panel. Virtually all modern routers allow you to view or change your wireless network settings, including the security key, through a built-in web interface. Open any browser on your smartphone (Chrome, Mi Browser) and enter in the address bar IP-The router's address. 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1, But you can find the exact address on a sticker on the bottom of the device or in the documentation. Once you enter the address, the system will ask for a login and password to log into the admin panel. admin/admin). Once inside the interface, you need to find a section called Wireless, Wi-Fi Settings or Wireless Mode. That's where the Wireless Password or PSK Key box stores the desired combination. You can either copy it or just look. The router brand Standard IP Login default Password TP-Link 192.168.0.1 admin Asus 192.168.1.1 admin D-Link 192.168.0.1 admin (empty) Xiaomi Mi Router 192.168.31.1 admin indicates when you set up the default TP-Link 192.168.31.1 network, the complete login will be replaced by the data to the only one time, and the network will have a complete login to the same time. If none of the software methods did not help, and it is impossible to enter the control panel of the router due to the forgotten administrator password, a radical but effective method remains - (Hard Reset). This procedure returns the device to factory status, erasing all user settings, including the network name, type of encryption and, most importantly, a new password that you can set yourself. WPS/Reset. Take a paper clip or toothpick, press a button inside the hole and hold it near 10-15 So, after you reboot, the router will broadcast the network with the factory name on the sticker. 🔌 Make sure the router is on the power grid. 📎 Find the Reset hole on the back or bottom panel. ⏱️ Press the button on 10-15 seconds before the indicators are restarted. 🔄 Connect to a factory-named network and reconfigure. After this procedure, you will have to reconfigure your Internet connection (by entering data from the provider if you need PPPoE or static). IP) Importantly, this method will interrupt the Internet for all connected devices, so it is better to warn your family or colleagues before starting work. ⚠️ Warning: Resetting the router will remove all individual settings, including filters MAC-addresses, static IP Be prepared to reconfigure the network from scratch. Third-party apps and Root access In the Android environment, there is a category of applications that are positioned as password recovery tools, such as WiFi Password Viewer or WiFi Key Recovery. However, their functionality depends on the user having Root rights (superuser rights) without deep access to the system partition. /data/misc/wifi/, file-store wpa_supplicant.conf, If your Xiaomi smartphone has an unlocked bootloader and established superuser rights (via Magisk or SuperSU), the recovery process takes seconds. A specialized application simply reads the contents of the system file and displays a list of all the networks ever saved, with their keys in plain view, the most technically competent way for advanced users. In the absence of Root-rights, the use of such programs does not make sense, since the Android system blocks access to the password store by third-party software. Attempting to circumvent this limitation through vulnerabilities can lead to unstable system operation or infection of the device with malicious code. So if you have a regular user smartphone without modifications, this method is not recommended. It is also worth mentioning the possibility of synchronizing passwords through a Google account. If another Android device (tablet or old phone) logs into the same Google account and syncs are enabled, the password can automatically be tightened when you try to connect. This works thanks to the Google Smart Lock cloud storage. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Can you legally learn the password from your neighbor's Wi-Fi through a wireless network? All of the methods described in this article only work with networks that your device has previously connected to or has physical access to the router. What to do if you forget the password from the router's admin? admin/admin They don't fit, and you don't remember the password that's changed, and you can only reset the router completely with the Reset button, and then you have to reconfigure the device using the data from the ISP contract. Where is the password file on Android? The system file that stores the access keys is on the way /data/misc/wifi/wpa_supplicant.conf. Access to this directory is only possible if you have superuser rights (Root). QR-code-in-all versions MIUI? Generation function QR-The Wi-Fi code has been introduced in MIUI 11 It is available in all newer versions, including MIUI 12, 13, 14 HyperOS. On very old versions of the shell (MIUI 9-10) It might not be. Is it safe to use password recovery apps? Apps from the official Google Play store are generally safe, but without Root rights, they won't show you a password, they'll just ask you to share it. QR-Third-party code. 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