How to Retrieve a Forgotten WiFi Password on Your Android Device

By Admin
April 22, 2024
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How to Retrieve a Forgotten WiFi Password on Your Android Device

Forgetting the WiFi password can be a frustrating experience, especially when you need to connect a new device to your network. Fortunately, there are ways to retrieve the password on your Android device:

  1. Use a File Manager App: Navigate to the root directory of your device using a file manager app, then follow the path data/misc/wifi to find a file named wpa_supplicant.conf. Open the file using a text editor and find the SSID and password of your saved WiFi networks.
  2. Use QR Code: If you have previously connected a Windows PC to your WiFi network, you can use a QR code to retrieve the password. Search for 'WiFiKeyShare' in Google Play Store, open the app, and scan the QR code displayed on your PC to reveal the password.
  3. Use Router Settings: Log in to your router's settings through a web browser on a device already connected to the network. Navigate to the WiFi section to find the saved password or reset it if needed.

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