WiFi password sharing can be achieved using these methods:
- Windows – Uncover your password via the Network and Sharing Center in the Control Panel or by using third-party software.
- Android – Passwords can be found in the Wi-Fi settings and shared via a QR code.
- iOS – Despite Apple not providing a feature to see saved passwords, there are ways to share your current network’s password with other Apple devices.
- macOS – The Keychain Access option can be used to see all saved passwords.
WiFi is ubiquitous, be it at home with guests or at the office. It’s not unusual for you to have at least 3 saved WiFi networks on your phone right now. One of the first things guests usually ask is, “What’s the WiFi password?”.
Remembering the passwords of all the WiFi networks you connect to can be quite challenging. So, if you’re interested in learning how to share a WiFi password across different types of devices, keep reading.
Finding and Sharing WiFi Password on Android
Android devices make sharing your WiFi password a breeze. They allow you to quickly access and view all networks you’ve connected to.
Android also provides a handy option of displaying a QR code, which, when scanned by another user, connects them to your WiFi network.
However, the steps can differ slightly across Android versions as manufacturers often add unique features to their versions. For instance, Samsung’s One UI differs from Xiaomi’s MIUI. But, the basic steps remain the same:
First, go to your phone settings and select Wi-Fi. If you can’t locate the Wi-Fi options, there’s likely a Network and Internet option.
Next, you’ll see the network you’re currently connected to along with other networks nearby. Select the network you wish to share.
If the QR code doesn’t appear instantly, look for an option that lets you display the QR code. Some Android versions also display the password in plain text.
Simply scan the QR code for an option to connect to the WiFi network.
Scanning the QR Code Generated From Android
Most modern phones can automatically scan the QR code if you point your camera at the QR. However, for older phones lacking this feature, downloading a QR reader from the app store and using that is the way to go.
Finding and Sharing WiFi Password on Windows
Windows 10 initially offered a WiFi sense feature that facilitated sharing of WiFi details with your contacts, but due to various security issues, this feature was discontinued.
Currently, there’s no shortcut to share a WiFi password on a Windows PC. Here’s how you can do it on a Windows machine:
Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click on the Windows icon on the taskbar. This will open the start menu. Now, click on the search bar and type “Control Panel.” Clicking on the icon that appears will take you to the control panel.
Next, click on the “Network and Internet” icon and choose the “Network and Sharing Center.” You will see the network you’re currently connected to. On the right side, there’s text that says Connections: Wi-Fi [Your current network]. Note that this method doesn’t work if you’re using an ethernet connection.
Click on connections to see a box showing the WiFi status. While this information is helpful, we don’t need it for now. Click on “Wireless Properties” and navigate to the “Security” tab. Among the options presented, look for the “Network security key.” To see it, click on the “Show Characters” option, which reveals your WiFi password.
You can share the password verbally or by creating a personalized QR Code using a QR Code Generator. Either print this or display it on your screen for others to scan, thereby allowing easy connection to the Wi-Fi network.
Sharing WiFi Password on iPhone or iPad iOS
Apple’s iOS lacks a built-in feature to view the password of the WiFi network you’re connected to without going into the settings. Thus, iPhone wifi password sharing options are slightly limited.
If you have a jailbroken iPhone, a tweak can be installed to view and share the WiFi password. However, we’ll discuss the options supported on iPhones with native Apple support.
Here’s how to share wifi on an iPhone:
Sharing WiFi Password from iPhone to iPhone on iOS 11 or Higher
This feature works exclusively with Apple devices, which means you can share the password between two iOS 11 devices or between devices running iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra or higher.
If you’re trying to share with an Android device, skip to the next option.
The first method for iOS to share WiFi passwords is as follows:
- Ensure that both devices have each other’s contact details saved.
- Accomplish this by going to the “Contacts” app and creating a new contact.
- If you’re unable to see it, attempt sending an iMessage to the recipient’s phone.
- To share your password, ensure you’re already connected to the Wi-Fi network that the other device needs to connect to.
- Open the Settings app and select the Wi-Fi option on the device that needs to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
- Tap on the network the device needs to connect to, and you should see the textbox for entering the password.
- Bring the two devices close to each other, ideally side by side. However, this should still work if you’re in the same room.
- Wait for a few seconds, and you’ll see a “Share Password” button appear. As soon as you press it, the device will connect to the network.
- Note that this process may be slower on older iPhones.
The same rules apply for sharing a WiFi password from iOS 11 to macOS High Sierra. The mac device should be a contact on the iOS device.
Sharing WiFi Password on Apple Device Using the Shortcuts App
Since iOS lacks a feature for users to generate a QR code for sharing the WiFi password, it’s a bit trickier compared to an Android device. However, you can still achieve this using a couple of apps.
First, we need to prepare the device to generate and share your WiFi password. We can do this using the “Shortcuts” application, which comes pre-installed on iOS 14. If it’s been deleted, you can re-download it.
Follow these steps:
- Go to Settings and then navigate to Shortcuts.
- Here, you’ll see an option called Allow Untrusted Shortcuts. Enable this feature.
- Next, follow the link to the Share Wi-Fi shortcut. A prompt will appear,
Overall, the need to share WiFi will continue to grow. People will always be looking for new ways to connect to the internet, and as the world becomes more connected, the demand for WiFi will continue to increase.
Consider investing in stronger security measures, like multi-factor authentication, to keep your network secure, and always be cautious of who you’re sharing your password with.
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