How to see your internet password from your cell phone to share it

If you need to share your internet password and you dont know what it is, well explain how to view it from iPhone and Android. However, keep in mind that this can entail security risks.

The average person has about 100 passwords, according to cybersecurity firm NordPass. One of them is your internet password , so it's normal to forget it or not know it. But if you need to see it to remember it or share it, there's a trick you can follow to find out what it is on your phone.

However, before you do so, keep in mind that this can also bring some security risks. One of them is that you are providing access to your local network and all the devices connected to it. If you share it with people you don't know well, they could use the network inappropriately and access your devices and personal data.

Another disadvantage is network performance, as the more devices are connected to it, the slower the connection can be. In addition, people often make the mistake of having the same password for their internet as for other accounts, so if this is your case, your accounts that share the same password can be compromised.

Therefore, it is important that you take precautions and only share it with people you trust.

How to view internet password from iPhone?

On both iPhone and iPad running iOS 16 or later, you can use your passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID to view and copy your Wi-Fi passwords.

All you have to do is:

1. In the Settings app, tap Wi-Fi.
2. Find the Wi-Fi network you are using.
3. Tap the Information button.
4. Tap the Password field.
5. Use your passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID to unlock and view your password.

You can also find passwords you've previously connected to. In the Settings app, tap Wi-Fi, then tap Edit in the top right corner to see networks your device has previously connected to. After you select a network with a lock, you can tap the Password field and use your passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID to view it.

How to view internet password from Android?

Starting from Android 10, you can share your internet connection with a QR code. For saved networks, you need to do the following:

1. Open Wi-Fi from Android settings
2. Tap on Saved Networks
3. Tap the network whose password you want to find out, then tap Share.

This generates a QR code that someone else can scan with a compatible app, and also displays the password just below the code.