Checking stored WiFi credentials via CMD on any Windows OS version

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Freakiiianyx3
Senior Member

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02-08-2023, 12:13 AM

Hey there! Want to know how to check your saved WiFi passwords on a Windows PC? It’s actually quite straightforward. Let me walk you through it. Start by launching the command prompt—there are several methods, but the quickest is to press Windows + R, type 'cmd' and press Enter. Next, run the command: netsh wlan show profiles. This displays all your saved WiFi connections. Then use netsh wlan show profiles "WiFi name" with key=clear to reveal the password after "Security Key:". For more details, tips, and a quick rundown of each step, check out this YouTube tutorial. Thanks for your time!

Freakiiianyx3

02-08-2023, 12:13 AM #1

Noobify
Junior Member

02-23-2023, 09:51 AM

You can achieve this much faster and simpler by accessing the Network and Sharing Center, then managing your wireless networks. The more you understand.

Noobify

02-23-2023, 09:51 AM #2

You can achieve this much faster and simpler by accessing the Network and Sharing Center, then managing your wireless networks. The more you understand.

SpringTrap45
Junior Member

02-24-2023, 12:10 AM

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SpringTrap45

02-24-2023, 12:10 AM #3

It's entertaining to see a black screen and act like a tech enthusiast in front of your siblings, isn't it?