How to Retrieve Saved Wifi Password on Mac

By Admin
April 22, 2024
5 min read

How to Retrieve Saved Wifi Password on Mac

Have you ever been in a situation where you need to connect a new device to your WiFi network, but can't remember the password? If you have a Mac, there's a way to retrieve the saved WiFi password easily. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Click on the Apple logo in the top-left corner of your screen.
  2. Select 'System Preferences' from the drop-down menu.
  3. Click on 'Network'.
  4. Choose the WiFi network you are connected to from the list on the left.
  5. Click on the 'Advanced' button in the bottom right corner.
  6. Go to the 'WiFi' tab and check the box that says 'Show WiFi status in menu bar'.
  7. Now, click on the WiFi icon in the menu bar, and select 'Open Network Preferences'.
  8. Click on the 'WiFi' tab again, and then click on 'Advanced'.
  9. In the new window, go to the 'WiFi' tab, and you will see a list of all the WiFi networks your Mac has connected to.
  10. Select the network you want the password for, and check the box that says 'Show password'.
  11. You will be prompted to enter your Mac's username and password. After that, the saved WiFi password will be displayed.

So, the next time you need to find a saved WiFi password on your Mac, just follow these simple steps. It's a great way to save yourself from the hassle of resetting your WiFi network or asking your ISP for the password!

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