How to Use CMD to Get WiFi Password

Discovering WiFi Passwords Using Command Prompt (CMD)

Many times, we forget the password to our own WiFi network and wish to recover it without much hassle. Using Command Prompt (CMD) can be a nifty way to achieve this, provided you have the necessary access permissions.

Steps to Retrieve WiFi Password with CMD:

1. Open Command Prompt as an Administrator by typing 'cmd' in the Windows search bar and right-clicking on 'Command Prompt' to choose 'Run as administrator'.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type the command 'netsh wlan show profile' and press Enter. This will display a list of all saved WiFi networks.
3. To reveal the password of a specific WiFi network, type 'netsh wlan show profile name=WiFiName key=clear' (replace 'WiFiName' with the actual network name) and press Enter.
4. Under 'Key Content,' you will find the WiFi password in clear text.

It's crucial to note that this method only works if you are connected to the WiFi network in question or previously connected to it with your device. Additionally, always respect the privacy and security of others' WiFi networks.

Using CMD to retrieve WiFi passwords can be a handy trick in certain scenarios, but always ensure you have the necessary permissions and authorization to access such information.