Yes, you can see your WiFi password on iPhone, but only if you created the network or have admin access
If you are connected to a WiFi network you set up yourself, your iPhone stores the password and you can view it through Settings. The catch: you cannot see passwords for networks other people created, even if you are connected to them. Apple locks this down for security — if it showed every password to every device, anyone borrowing your phone could see your home WiFi password.
The method depends on whether you use an iPhone with Face ID (iPhone X and newer) or Touch ID (iPhone 8 and older). Both routes go through Settings, but the steps differ slightly.
Key Takeaways
- You can only view passwords for WiFi networks you created or have admin rights to manage.
- On newer iPhones with Face ID, go to Settings > WiFi, tap the network name, then tap the password field to reveal it.
- On older iPhones with Touch ID, the password appears in Keychain Access on a Mac, not directly on the phone.
- If you forgot the password to your own network, you can reset it through your router's admin panel or app.
Finding your password on iPhone X and newer (Face ID)
Open Settings and tap WiFi. Find the network name you want the password for — it should have a checkmark next to it if you are currently connected. Tap the information icon (the small circle with an "i") next to the network name.
A popup will appear with network details. Look for the "Password" field. Tap on the dots or asterisks in that field, and your iPhone will ask you to authenticate using Face ID or your passcode. Once you pass that check, the actual password appears in plain text. You can now copy it or write it down.
This only works for networks your iPhone has connected to before and saved the password for. If you try this on a network someone else created, the password field will not appear at all.
Finding your password on iPhone 8 and older (Touch ID)
iPhones with Touch ID do not display saved passwords directly in Settings. Instead, the password lives in your iCloud Keychain, which syncs to your Mac. You will need to check a Mac computer that is signed into the same iCloud account.
On the Mac, open Keychain Access (search for it in Spotlight). In the search box at the top right, type the name of your WiFi network. When it appears in the list, double-click it. A window opens showing the network details. Check the box that says "Show password" — your Mac will ask for your user password. Once you enter it, the WiFi password appears in plain text.
If you do not have access to a Mac, or your Keychain is not synced, you will need to reset the password through your router instead.
Resetting your WiFi password if you cannot remember it
If you cannot see the password through Settings or Keychain, you can reset it directly on your router. Most home routers have a companion app (like the Eero app, Netgear app, or TP-Link app) that lets you change the password from your phone without needing to physically access the router.
read your router's app from the App Store, sign in with your router admin account, and look for WiFi settings or security settings. You can change the password there, and your iPhone will prompt you to reconnect with the new one.
If you do not have the app or do not remember your router login, you can perform a factory reset on the router itself. This erases all settings and returns the router to its default password (usually printed on a sticker on the back). After reset, you will need to set up the network again from scratch.
Why iPhone does not show other people's WiFi passwords
This is a security feature, not a limitation. If your iPhone displayed every password for every network it had ever connected to, anyone with physical access to your phone could see passwords for your workplace network, your friend's home network, or any public WiFi you have used. By restricting password viewing to networks you control, Apple prevents that kind of exposure.
If you need to share your WiFi password with someone, the easiest method is to have them open Settings > WiFi on their own device, select your network, and tap "Join." If they are nearby with an Apple device, they can also tap "Automatic" and your iPhone will send the password to their device without displaying it on screen.
What to do if the password field does not appear
If you are trying to view a password and the field is blank or missing entirely, it means one of three things: the network was created by someone else, your iPhone has not saved the password (perhaps you entered it wrong the first time), or the network is no longer in range.
Try disconnecting from the network and reconnecting. When you rejoin, your iPhone will ask you to enter the password again. Once you do, it saves it, and you should be able to view it using the steps above.
If the network belongs to someone else — a roommate, workplace, or public WiFi — you will need to ask them for the password directly. There is no workaround for this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see a WiFi password if I am just a guest on the network?
No. Your iPhone only stores and displays passwords for networks you have personally connected to and saved. If someone else created the network, you cannot view the password even if you are connected to it. You would need to ask the network owner.
Will resetting my router password disconnect all my devices?
Yes, temporarily. When you change the WiFi password, all devices lose connection and must reconnect using the new password. Your iPhone will prompt you to enter it. Devices that do not reconnect within a few minutes may need the password entered manually in Settings.
What if I see the password field but it is blank?
A blank password field usually means the network uses an open connection with no password. Some public WiFi networks and guest networks work this way. If you expected a password, contact the network owner to confirm the network is set up correctly.
Can I see my WiFi password on a borrowed iPhone?
Only if that iPhone has already connected to your network and saved the password. If it is a brand-new device or has been reset, it will not have your password stored. You would need to provide the password so the device can connect for the first time.
Does my WiFi password sync across all my Apple devices?
Yes, if they are all signed into the same iCloud account and have iCloud Keychain enabled. Your Mac, iPad, and iPhone will all have access to the same saved passwords. This is why you can view a password on your Mac even if you cannot on your iPhone.