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Re: How to view or find wifi password on Windows 10 or Windows 11?
Certainly! You can find WiFi password Windows 10 or Windows 11 by using the built-in Command Prompt. Here's a simple, step-by-step guide:
How to Find WiFi Password Windows 10?
Step 1: Open Command Prompt
-Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click the Start button.
-Type "cmd" or "Command Prompt" in the search bar.
-Right-click on Command Prompt and select "Run as administrator". (If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes.)
Step 2: Find Your WiFi Network Profile Name
-Type the following command and press Enter: netsh wlan show profiles
-You'll see a list of all Wi-Fi profiles saved on your computer. Find the name of your WiFi network (SSID).
Step 3: View the Password for Your WiFi Network
-Type the following command, replacing "NetworkName" with your WiFi network's name exactly as it appears in the list: netsh wlan show profile name="NetworkName" key=clear
-Press Enter.
-Scroll through the results until you find the section labeled "Security settings".
-Look for "Key Content" — the value next to it is your WiFi password.
Example:
If your WiFi network is called HomeWiFi, the command will be: netsh wlan show profile name="HomeWiFi" key=clear . And you'll see the password listed under Key Content.
Important Tips:
- Make sure you run the Command Prompt as an administrator.
- The password is visible only if Windows has saved it.
- Do not share your password publicly or with unknown persons.
If you prefer a graphical way, you can also view WiFi passwords via Network Settings, but the Command Prompt method is straightforward and doesn't require navigating through multiple menus.