How To Check Wi-Fi Password in a Laptop? | Step-by-Step Guide for Windows & mac OS

Ever forgot your Wi-Fi password and need it for another device? 😅 Don’t worry — you can easily find saved Wi-Fi passwords on your laptop without resetting the router! Whether you’re using Windows 10, Windows 11, or a MacBook, this guide covers everything you need to know ✅📲

🔍 Why You Might Need to Check Your Wi-Fi Password?

✔️ Connecting a new phone or tablet
✔️ Sharing Wi-Fi with friends or guests
✔️ Setting up a new device or smart home gadget
✔️ Backup or troubleshooting

🪟 How to View Saved Wi-Fi Password in Windows 10/11:

✅ Step-by-Step Method (Current Wi-Fi Network):

1. Press Windows Key + R to open Run
2. Type ncpa.cpl and hit Enter
3. Right-click on your Wi-Fi connection → Click Status
4. Click on Wireless Properties → Then go to the Security tab
5. Check the box “Show characters”
   🔐 You’ll now see your Wi-Fi password displayed!

🧠 For Any Previously Connected Network:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator
2. Type: sqlCopyEditnetsh wlan show profiles
3. To see password for a specific network, type: pgsqlCopyEditnetsh wlan show profile name="NETWORK NAME" key=clear
4. Scroll to “Key Content” — that’s your saved password ✅

🍏 How to Find Wi-Fi Password on MacBook (macOS):

1. Press Command + Space to open Spotlight Search
2. Type Keychain Access and open it
3. In the search bar, type your Wi-Fi network name
4. Double-click the network name
5. Check the box “Show password” (you may need to enter your Mac password)
   🔐 The saved Wi-Fi password will appear!

⚠️ Important Tips:

• You must be logged in as an admin user to see saved passwords
• If you’re using third-party security software, some permissions may block access
• These methods only show previously connected Wi-Fi networks

🛠 Need Help Recovering or Resetting Wi-Fi Settings?

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• 🧠 Router reset & configuration help
• 📡 Laptop internet & connectivity support
• 🖥️ Windows & Mac system tuning

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Stay Connected – Know Your Passwords! 🔐📲💻