When connecting to a wireless network on your laptop, a password is typically required. This holds true whether you’re in a café, library, or even at home. Once you log in, your computer will remember the password for future connections.
The issue arises when you need to access this password to connect other devices or help someone else log in. To retrieve saved passwords on your computer, you can use a free program called Wireless Keyview. However, if you’re using Windows 11, you can find the password through the system settings without the need for additional software.
- Open the Settings via the Start button or by pressing Windows+I.
- Select Network and Internet, then click Wi-Fi.
- Visit Properties for your network and scroll down.
- Next to Show Wi-Fi security key, click View to reveal the password in plain text. You may need to enter your Windows 11 password before viewing the Wi-Fi password.
This article was originally published on pcwelt.de and has been translated from Swedish to English.
