How to view saved Wifi passwords on Windows 7/8/10

Forgetting your Wi-Fi password can quickly become an obstacle, but don't panic. If you have a PC or Mac connected to that wireless network, today's article will show you how to retrieve the forgotten password.

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Find Wi-Fi passwords on Windows 10
Find Wi-Fi passwords on Windows 8 and Windows 7

Find Wi-Fi passwords on Windows 10

If you are using a Windows computer, it will not take long to find your lost Wi-Fi password. If you are running Windows 10, follow the steps below to retrieve passwords for Wi-Fi networks.

1. Select the Start menu on the PC.

2. Select the Settings icon on the left side of the Start menu .

The Settings icon will appear as a white gear above the Power icon .

3. In the Windows Settings window that appears, select Network & Internet .

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4. Next, in the Change your network settings section , select Network and Sharing Center .

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5. In the Network and Sharing Center window that appears, select your Wi-Fi network name (highlighted).

6. In the new popup window that appears, select the Wireless Properties option .

7. Finally, select the Security tab and select the Show Characters option to view your Wi-Fi password.

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Everything is complete!

Find Wi-Fi passwords on Windows 8 and Windows 7

It's easy to retrieve your Wi-Fi password on slightly older versions of Windows. If you are running Windows 8 or Windows 7, follow the steps below to retrieve the password for your Wi-Fi network.

1. Select the PC Start menu.

2. In the Start menu search bar , enter " Network and Sharing Center " and press the Enter key to select the highlighted option.

3. In the Network and Sharing Center window that appears, select your Wi-Fi network name.

4. In the new popup window that appears, select the Wireless Properties option .

5. Finally, select the Security tab , then select the Show Characters option to view your Wi-Fi password.

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