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Tuesday, May 27, 2025

how to see wifi password in windows 11

 To see a Wi-Fi password in Windows 11, you can access it through Settings or the Network and Sharing Center. You can also use the Command Prompt. Here's how:

Method 1: Using Settings

Open Settings: Press the Win + I keys to open the Settings app or search for "Settings" in the Start menu.

Navigate to Wi-Fi: Go to "Network & Internet" > "Wi-Fi."

Select Network Properties: Choose the Wi-Fi network you want to view the password for and select "Properties."

View Password: Scroll down and click "View Wi-Fi Security Key" to reveal the password. 

Method 2: Using Control Panel

Open Control Panel: Search for "Control Panel" in the Start menu and select it.

Go to Network and Sharing Center: Click on "Network and Sharing Center."

Select Wi-Fi Network: Locate the Wi-Fi network and click on it.

Open Wireless Properties: Choose "Wireless Properties."

Show Password: In the "Security" tab, check the box next to "Show characters" to display the password. 

Method 3: Using Command Prompt

Open Command Prompt: Search for "Command Prompt" in the Start menu and run it as administrator.

Run the Command: Type netsh wlan show profile name="Wi-Fi Network Name" key=clear and press Enter (replace "Wi-Fi Network Name" with the actual name of your Wi-Fi network).

Find the Password: The password will be displayed under "Key Content" in the output. 

Important Note: Be cautious when sharing Wi-Fi passwords. They should only be shared with trusted individuals. 

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