How to Retrieve a Lost WiFi Password?

For many of us, forgetting a WiFi password can be a frustrating experience, especially if we need to connect a new device or share the network with friends or family. However, there are ways to retrieve a lost WiFi password without too much hassle.

If you are connected to the WiFi network on a Windows computer, you can find the password in the network settings. Simply go to the Control Panel, navigate to Network and Sharing Center, click on the connected WiFi network, and select 'Wireless Properties'. Under the Security tab, check the box 'Show characters' to reveal the WiFi password.

On a Mac computer, you can retrieve the WiFi password by going to 'Keychain Access' in the 'Utilities' folder. Search for the WiFi network name, double click on it, select 'Show password', enter your Mac administrator password, and the WiFi password will be displayed.

If you are using a smartphone or tablet, and you were previously connected to the WiFi network, you can find the password stored in your device settings. For Android devices, navigate to 'Settings', 'Network & Internet', 'WiFi', and select the connected network to view the password. On iOS devices, go to 'Settings', 'WiFi', tap the network name, and choose 'Share Password' to reveal the password.

Alternatively, if you have access to the router or modem, you can usually find the WiFi password on a sticker on the device itself. It is often labeled as 'Network Key' or 'WiFi Password' along with other network details.