In today’s digital age, access to the internet has become more of a necessity than a luxury. With the increase in the use of iPhones, people often find themselves needing to connect to different WiFi networks for work, personal and entertainment purposes. However, accessing a network requires a password. Sometimes, we may forget the password or there may be instances where we need to find the password without bothering the owner of the network. The good news is that there are ways to get connected WiFi passwords on an iPhone.
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The Challenge of Getting Connected Wi-Fi Passwords in iPhone
Getting connected Wi-Fi passwords in iPhone can be a challenge for a few reasons:
1. The WiFi password may have been forgotten or misplaced and the owner of the network may not have it readily available.
2. The iPhone may not store previously connected WiFi passwords.
3. The user may not know how to access the WiFi password in the iPhone settings.
Fortunately, there are several methods to obtain the connected Wi-Fi password on iPhone.
Things You Need to Prepare
Before attempting to retrieve a Wi-Fi password on iPhone, there are a few things that you will need to prepare:
1. A fully-charged iPhone with an active internet connection.
2. A basic understanding of iPhone settings and navigation.
3. Access to the specific Wi-Fi network that you want to connect to.
Method 1: Checking Wi-Fi Password through iCloud Keychain
iCloud Keychain is a password manager feature on Apple devices, including the iPhone. The feature allows the user to save passwords and credit card information securely. If the iCloud Keychain has been set up and activated, it is possible to find the Wi-Fi password for a network that the user has previously connected to.
Here are the steps on how to check Wi-Fi passwords using iCloud Keychain:
1. Navigate to the "Settings" app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
3. Select "iCloud".
4. Scroll down and select "Keychain".
5. Turn on the "iCloud Keychain" toggle button if it is not already turned on.
6. Tap on "Advanced" and then select "Website Passwords".
7. Use Touch ID or Face ID to authenticate yourself.
8. Scroll down and locate the name of the Wi-Fi network you want to access.
9. Once the name appears, tap on it to reveal the password.
Method 2: Using Router Login Details
If an individual has access to the router’s administrative panel, they can use these settings to access the default Wi-Fi password. Each router has its set of default username and password, which serves as the login credentials.
Here are the steps on how to find Wi-Fi passwords using router login details:
1. Connect your iPhone to the Wi-Fi network.
2. Open any browser on your iPhone.
3. Enter the default router IP address (can be found usually on the router sticker) in the address bar and press enter.
4. Insert the router’s login details (default username and password).
5. Find and click on the wireless settings.
6. Click on the security tab and locate the "Passphrase" or "Key" which will be displayed in the text box under security.
Method 3: Getting Connected Wi-Fi Passwords in iPhone through Share Settings
This method requires that you have already gained access to the Wi-Fi network that you want to retrieve the password for. It involves using the Share settings feature on the iPhone to obtain the password.
Here are the steps on how to find Wi-Fi passwords through Share settings:
1. Ensure that the iPhone is connected to the Wi-Fi network.
2. Go to the "Settings" app on your iPhone.
3. Tap on "Wi-Fi".
4. Locate the name of the Wi-Fi network that you want to obtain the password for and tap on the "i" icon beside it.
5. Tap on "Share Password".
6. Authenticate yourself with Touch ID or Face ID and the password for the Wi-Fi network should automatically appear in the password field.
Why Can’t I Get Connected Wi-Fi Passwords on my iPhone?
Here are the most common reasons why you may not be able to obtain the connected Wi-Fi password on iPhone and what you can do to fix them:
1. The iPhone’s iCloud Keychain is not set up or activated. To solve this, go to the Settings app on your iPhone, tap on your name, select iCloud, and turn on the iCloud Keychain toggle button.
2. The router login credentials are incorrect. To solve this, enter the correct login details (default username and password) which can usually be found on the sticker at the back of the router.
3. The Wi-Fi network is not publicly available, and you do not have the network’s password. In this case, you will have to request the password from the network owner or try other methods to gain access to the router settings.
FAQs
Q1. Can I view the connected Wi-Fi passwords of other users on the same network?
A1. No, you cannot view the connected Wi-Fi passwords of other users on the same network. Only the administrator of the network has access to the password in cases where other users have been granted access.
Q2. Will using any of these methods alter or affect any of my iPhone settings?
A2. No, none of the methods will affect or alter any of your iPhone settings.
Q3. What if I still cannot retrieve the connected Wi-Fi password after trying all three methods?
A3. In some cases, none of the methods may work. If this happens, the best course of action would be to contact the network owner and request the password directly.
Q4. Do I need to jailbreak my iPhone to retrieve connected Wi-Fi passwords?
A4. No, jailbreaking your iPhone is not necessary to retrieve connected Wi-Fi passwords. All three methods outlined in this blog can be executed on a non-jailbroken iPhone.
Q5. Is it legal to find connected Wi-Fi passwords on an iPhone?
A5. It may be illegal to access a Wi-Fi network without permission, so it is essential to obtain permission before attempting to access a network. However, if you have permission and are trying to retrieve a password to access a network that you have previously used, it is legal to do so.
Conclusion
Accessing a Wi-Fi network on an iPhone may sometimes require entering a password. Forgetting the password or misplacing it can be a top concern. Using the three methods outlined in this blog, you can retrieve the Wi-Fi password on your iPhone without bothering the network owner. While some users may find these methods complicated or challenging, they are worth trying, given the benefits that they offer.