How to find out the password from WiFi on Xiaomi: the complete guide

It is common for owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones to connect a new gadget to an already running network, but the password itself is forgotten or lost. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often wonder where this data is stored in the system and whether it can be easily retrieved. Fortunately, the MIUI shell and the newer HyperOS provide convenient tools to solve this problem without having to hack the device.

Modern versions of Android have made it much easier to access network settings, and if you used to need Root rights and special file managers to view saved keys, now standard interface functionality is enough, making the process safe for the average user who does not want to risk the stability of their smartphone.

In this article, we will discuss in detail all the current ways to obtain information about Wi-Fi networks. QR-Quick data code, how to see your password in text through settings, and what to do if standard methods don't work, and then we'll talk about security and explain why the system hides this data by default.

Use of the function QR-code-in MIUI HyperOS

The easiest and fastest way to find out the password from the network your Xiaomi is connected to is by using the built-in generation feature. QR-This method doesn't require third-party applications or advanced access rights.

To start, open the Settings menu and select the Wi-Fi section. Find the network you are currently connected to (it will be ticked or highlighted by color). Click on the network name or the arrow to the right of the network to reveal additional settings. In the window you will see a large QR-code.

But on its own. QR-The code doesn't show the password in plain form. To see the digital key, look at the area under the code. MIUI The password is written in small print right below the image. If it only says "Touch to share," take a screenshot or click "Share" and then use the "Recognize" function. QR-code in the gallery or through the crawler in Google search.

• 📱 Open your Wi-Fi settings on your Xiaomi smartphone.
• 🔗 Click on the active network to view connection details.
• 📸 Take a screenshot of what appears. QR-code.
• 👁️ Use Google Lens or Gallery to read data from an image.

It is important to note that the display of the password in text form under QR-In some regions or on older Redmi models, this feature may be hidden, and then you will have to resort to alternative methods.

View saved networks through Android 10 and above settings

Since Android 10, Google has imposed strict restrictions on app access to the file where Wi-Fi passwords are stored. However, for the user, access has remained open through the system menu. On Xiaomi smartphones with a MIUI shell 12 and later, the browsing process can be different from stock Android.

In some cases, especially on global firmware versions, the password can be displayed immediately after you click on the "eye" icon in the network information menu. If you see a field with dots or asterisks, try clicking on it. The system can request identity verification through a fingerprint, Face ID or enter a screen unlock pin.

If you don't have a simple browsing option, you can use the Share option, and when you choose this option, the system often generates a data card where the password can be explicitly specified, and it's also worth checking the Additional Settings section inside the Wi-Fi menu, which sometimes hides advanced information about security protocols and access keys.

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If you have an NFC phone, you can simply bring an unlocked Xiaomi smartphone to another NFC-enabled device and the connection will happen automatically without entering a password.

The interface may vary slightly depending on which version of Android is installed on your device. With the more recent HyperOS updates, the logic of working with networks has become even more intuitive, combining smart home management and network connections in one place.

Using Google Lens to decrypt code

If your Xiaomi password is not displayed in text, Google’s built-in AI will come to the rescue. Google Lens technology is able to analyze images on the screen and extract text information from them, including hidden information in the image. QR-code.

First, take a screenshot of the screen. QR-Then open the Google app or Google Photos. In the search bar or in the tool menu, find the camera icon (Lens.

The system automatically recognizes the code and prompts actions. Often a pop-up with the text "Connect to Wi-Fi" and next to the password line appears. If the password is not visible immediately, click on the "copy" or "Show text" button, and you will see the full access key in plain view.

This method is versatile and works on almost all Redmi Note and Mi models. It is especially useful if you need to pass a password to a device that does not support code scanning directly, such as an old laptop or game console.

Checking through the router web interface

If the phone doesn't show the password directly, the most reliable source of truth is the router itself. Since your Xiaomi is already connected to the network, you have full access to the router's administrative panel, which will not only allow you to know the password, but also change it if necessary.

To enter the settings, open any browser on your phone (Chrome, Mi Browser). IP-The gateway address is usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. The exact address can be viewed in the Wi-Fi settings on the phone under "Gateway" or "Router".

Once you enter the address, the system will ask you to enter the administrator login and password. If you haven't changed them, they are often listed on the sticker under the router (standard: admin/admin). Once in the menu, find the Wireless, Wi-Fi Settings or Wireless section. There in the WPA/WPA2 Password field, your key will be listed.

⚠️ Warning: Changing the password in the router settings will shut down all devices on the network. You will have to reconnect your phones, TVs and laptops using the new key.

Web interfaces from different vendors (TP-Link, Asus, Keenetic) look different, but the logic is the same everywhere. Look for sections related to wireless security. This is the only way to find out the password if you don't have access to a phone that's already connected, but you have access to the router's settings.

Method with Root Rights and File Managers

For advanced users whose devices have SuperUser (Root) rights, there is direct access to system files where all passwords ever entered are stored. This method was the main one on older versions of Android, but on modern versions (Android 10-14), this file is not accessible even to the root without additional manipulation.

The file containing the information is called wpa_supplicant.conf and is on the way /data/misc/wifi/. To read it, you’ll need a root-access file manager like Root Explorer, MT Manager or Solid Explorer.

After opening the file, you will see a list of networks in the format:

network={


ssid="My_Wifi_Name"




psk="12345678"




}

Here, psk is your password. However, if you have a modern Xiaomi without root rights, this will not work. Trying to root the new models can lead to a loss of warranty and inability to use banking applications.

⚠️ Note: Getting root rights (unlocking the bootloader) on Xiaomi results in a complete data reset and temporarily blocks some features, such as Mi Pay and camera operation in some modes.

This method is only valid on older devices that are used as test sites, or if you know exactly what you're doing. QR-router-code.

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On modern smartphones Xiaomi with Android 10+ file-method wpa_supplicant.conf It is practically inoperable without complex modification of the system.

Alternative methods and resetting settings

If none of the software methods worked, you have physical access to the hardware. If you have the router in your hand, find the Reset button. It's usually recessed in the case and requires the use of a paper clip. 10-15 Seconds, you will return the router to factory settings.

Once reset, the password will become what's on the sticker at the bottom of the device. It's a radical method, but it's guaranteed to take back control of the network. Remember to change the standard router administrator password to yours, so that neighbors can't control your Internet.

You can also try to view saved passwords through your Google account if sync was enabled. On another Android device, logging into the same Google account, you can try to restore passwords through the Google menu -> Autocomplete -> Wi-Fi passwords, although this function is unstable and depends on the OS version.

• 🔄 Reset router will return the password to the factory value on the sticker.
• 🔑 Google syncs can save passwords in the cloud.
• 💻 Check connected laptops with Windows, there the password can be saved.
• 📞 Call the provider, sometimes they can prompt the login details.

In conclusion, for owners of Xiaomi the most convenient method is the QR-It's technically non-technical, and it works 95% of the time. Try not to use questionable apps from the Play Market that promise to hack any Wi-Fi, because most of the time they just show ads or steal your data.