You can share a Wi‑Fi password quickly using built‑in tools on iPhone, Android, Windows, and password managers, while keeping your main network safe with a strong password and guest Wi‑Fi.

Basics and safety first

  • Use a strong unique Wi‑Fi password (WPA2 or WPA3, never open or WEP).
  • Prefer short‑range or encrypted methods (built‑in sharing pop‑ups, QR codes, password managers) instead of plain SMS, email, or sticky notes.
  • When possible, enable a guest network so visitors don’t touch your main devices.

How to share on iPhone / iPad

Apple makes sharing almost automatic between Apple devices.

  1. Make sure both devices have Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth turned on and are near each other.
  1. Connect your iPhone/iPad to the Wi‑Fi network you want to share.
  1. On your guest’s device, go to Settings → Wi‑Fi and tap your network name.
  1. A pop‑up appears on your device asking if you want to Share Password ; tap it to send the password securely.

No one sees the actual password on screen; the device fills it in automatically.

How to share on Android (QR code)

Most modern Android phones let you turn your Wi‑Fi into a QR code your guest can scan.

  1. On your Android phone, open Settings → Network & Internet → Wi‑Fi (wording can vary).
  1. Tap your connected network, then tap Share or the QR icon.
  1. Confirm with PIN, pattern, or biometrics; a QR code appears with network name and password.
  1. Your guest scans the QR code with their camera or QR app and joins instantly.

This avoids reading or typing long passwords out loud.

Finding and sharing from Windows / other devices

Sometimes you need to look up the password on your own computer first.

  • On Windows, you can view the saved Wi‑Fi password in Network & Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Wireless Network Properties → Security → Show characters, then share it via a secure channel or in person.
  • On many routers, the Wi‑Fi name and password are on a label; you can re‑type or change them in the router’s admin page before sharing.

Always avoid posting the password where strangers might see it (public chats, printed signs in shared buildings, etc.).

Sharing via password managers (most secure)

Password managers now offer special “share” features for Wi‑Fi details.

  • Save your Wi‑Fi credentials as a secure record in a password manager (for example, Proton Pass, LastPass, Keeper, and others).
  • Use its sharing or “one‑time share” / secure‑link feature to send an encrypted link that expires after a set time or number of views.
  • Send that link over your usual messaging app; the manager handles encryption and expiry behind the scenes.

This is one of the safest ways to share with family or coworkers who are not in the same room.

Extra tips and quick do/don’t

  • Do:
    • Use a guest Wi‑Fi for visitors and smart devices.
* Change your password if it’s been widely shared or posted somewhere.

* Keep your router firmware updated to reduce security holes.
  • Don’t:
    • Don’t send your Wi‑Fi password in plain text over email or SMS if you can avoid it.
* Don’t reuse your Wi‑Fi password for other accounts.

* Don’t leave the default router password or open network on.

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