The situation when you need to connect a new device to a wireless network, but the password for it has completely slipped your mind, is familiar to every smartphone owner. In the ecosystem running on the Android operating system, solving this problem has become much easier in the latest versions of the Magic UI shell. You no longer need to be an IT expert or root to restore access to your saved data. Honor And Huawei, running on the Android operating system, solving this problem has become much easier in the latest versions of the Magic UI shell. You no longer need to be an IT expert or have root access to restore access to your saved data.
Previously, retrieving security keys required installing third-party applications or using complex commands through ADB. Now system settings allow you to display this information directly if the Android version allows it. However, there are nuances that depend on the year of manufacture of the gadget and the version of the software installed on your Honor.
In this article we will analyze in detail all the current methods for restoring forgotten combinations. We will look at the standard system tools, cloud backup capabilities and specific features of working with routers from different manufacturers through mobile interfaces.
Using the QR code function in the settings
The simplest and most reliable method, available on most modern smartphones Honor with Android 10 and higher, is to generate a QR code for connection guests. This code contains encrypted information about the network, including its name and security key. To use this method, unlock the device and go to the main settings menu.
Find the section responsible for wireless connections. Depending on the version of the Magic UI shell, it may be called Wi-Fi or located inside a category Wireless networks. Click the name of the network you are currently connected to, or the arrow/gear icon next to it. A square code is often displayed in the menu that opens.
⚠️ Attention: On some modifications of the system, the code may be hidden under the “Share” button or the QR code icon. If you only see the name of the network, try clicking on it or finding the “Wi-Fi Settings” button at the bottom of the screen.
After the image appears on the screen, the system often displays the password in text directly below the code. If the text is hidden, you can take a screenshot of the screen and open it in the Google Lens application or any other QR code scanner installed on your phone. The application will recognize the data and issue SSID and the password in text form.
- 📱 Open the settings and go to the Wi-Fi section.
- 🔗 Click on the active network or the gear icon next to it.
- 📷 Take a screenshot of the one that appears QR code if the password is not written in text.
- 👁️ Use Google Lens to read data from the image.
If you can’t take a screenshot due to security policy, just take a photo of the QR code screen with another phone or camera - it works just as effectively.
Viewing through the control menu Android networks
In newer versions of the shell Magic UI 6.0 and higher, as well as in pure Android 12+, the mechanism for viewing saved networks has been improved. Now users can see a list of all ever connected networks, not just the current one. This is especially useful if you want to find out the password for a neighbor or office network that you have previously connected to, but are now out of coverage.
To access this functionality, you must enter the menu Settings and select item Wi-Fi. Some builds require you to click the three dots in the upper right corner or the "More" button. Here you will find the “Saved Networks” or “Manage Networks” option. By clicking on the desired network name, the system will ask for identity confirmation.
Confirmation can be done via biometrics (fingerprint or facial recognition) or entering the screen unlock PIN code. This is a security measure to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing your data. After successful authentication, a network card will open, where a QR code and, in most cases, a text password will be displayed.
| Android version / Magic UI | View button location | Authorization required | Text display |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android 10 / Magic UI 3 | Name of the active network | No | Often hidden (requires a scanner) |
| Android 11 / Magic UI 4 | Gear next to the network | Yes (PIN/Biometrics) | Yes, under the code |
| Android 12+ / Magic UI 6+ | Menu "Saved Networks" | Yes (PIN/Biometrics) | Yes, in the "Password" field |
| Old versions (Android 9 and below) | Not available standard | — | Root required |
☑️ Check before viewing the password
Using Honor Cloud cloud synchronization
Ecosystem Honor offers users the ability to synchronize key device settings through an account Honor ID. If you have enabled Wi-Fi syncing on your device, passwords may be saved to the cloud. This allows you not only to recover data on a new phone, but also, in theory, to access it through a web interface or other connected device.
However, directly viewing a list of passwords through a browser on cloud.hicloud.com or honor.com is usually not available for security reasons. The cloud serves as an automatic connection mechanism rather than a repository for manual retrieval of data by the user. However, checking your sync status may tell you exactly where your key is stored.
If you're planning on upgrading to a new phone Honorsimply sign in to your account during initial setup. The system will offer to restore data, and passwords from Wi-Fi networks will be downloaded automatically. You won't have to enter them again for each device in the house.
- ☁️ Go to the Honor ID account settings.
- 🔄 Select "Cloud" or "Synchronization".
- ✅ Make sure the "Wi-Fi" switch is active.
- 📲 When changing your phone, select recovery from the cloud.
It is worth noting that this method does not allow you to see the password in text form right now, but guarantees its safety during data migration. This is an important aspect digital hygienethat is often forgotten.
What to do if synchronization was turned off?
If you did not turn on synchronization in advance, this method will not help you recover an already forgotten password. In this case, you can only rely on local viewing methods via a QR code or resetting the router.
Entering the router settings via a mobile browser
If standard Android tools do not produce results (for example, on older firmware versions), you can try to access the administrative panel of the router itself. To do this, your phone Honor must be connected to the Wi-Fi network for which you want to find out the password, or connected to the router via an OTG cable (if the model supports it).
Open any browser (Chrome, Yandex.Browser) and enter the gateway IP address in the address bar. Standard addresses: 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.31.1. The exact address is often indicated on a sticker on the bottom of the router. You will need to enter the administrator login and password.
⚠️ Attention: If you changed the router administrator password and forgot it, this method will not work without resetting the device to factory settings. Standard passwords (admin/admin) only work if you have not changed them.
After successfully logging into the interface, find the section Wireless or “Wireless network”. There, the current password will be displayed in the WPA/WPA2 Key fields. In some modern routers (for example, Keenetic, TP-Link with a new interface), the password is hidden by asterisks by default, but there is an “eye” icon next to it that allows you to show it.
Typical login addresses:192.168.0.1
192.168.1.1
192.168.31.1
192.168.100.1
Router interfaces differ greatly from each other. This is usually the Wireless Security section, this is the “Wireless Network” tab, and this is the “My Networks and Wi-Fi” item. Navigation may take a few minutes, but the result is worth it. TP-Link this is usually the Wireless Security section, ASUS - “Wireless Network” tab, Keenetic — “My networks and Wi-Fi” item. Navigation may take a few minutes, but the results are worth it.
Specifics of working with different versions of Magic UI
Shell Magic UI from Honor has its own characteristics depending on the version of Android on which it is based. Users of devices released before 2020 (for example, Honor 10, Honor 20) may encounter restrictions, since they have Android 9 or earlier versions of Android 10 without security patches that block the viewing of passwords.
On devices with Magic UI 3.1 (Android 10) the QR code function is already present, but it may not be implemented in the same way obviously, like in the new versions. Often you need to click on the name of the network to see the code, but the password itself is not written in text. In this case, using a third-party QR code scanner (which does not require the Internet) is the only standard solution.
Owners of new flagships such as Honor Magic 5 or Honor 90, run on Magic UI 7 or 8 (Android 12/13/14). Here the system is as friendly as possible: the password is displayed immediately after unlocking, it can be copied to the clipboard with one click. A function has also been added to quickly search for Wi-Fi settings through a global search in the menu.
- 📱 Magic UI 3.x: A QR code scanner is required, the text is hidden.
- 🔓 Magic UI 4.x: Biometric protection has appeared when viewing.
- ✨ Magic UI 6.0+: The password text is visible immediately, there is a copy button.
- 🚀 Magic UI 7.0+: Improved search and integration with the ecosystem.
It is important to understand that the interface can change not only from the version, but also from the regional firmware. Global versions (Global ROM) often have stricter privacy settings by default compared to Chinese versions updated to the global language.
The newer the version of Magic UI and Android on your Honor, the simpler and more transparent the system shows saved passwords without the need to use third-party software.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even following the instructions, users may encounter difficulties. One of the common problems is that the “Share” button or QR code is inactive (gray). This can happen if the “Security” mode from third-party antiviruses is enabled on the phone, blocking access to system settings, or if the SIM card is not detected (on some older firmware).
Another common situation: there is a QR code, but the scanner cannot read it or gives a format error. In this case, try increasing the brightness of your phone screen to maximum and pointing the camera of another device strictly perpendicular to the code. Also make sure that there is no dirt on the camera lens.
If all else fails and the phone says “Unable to obtain network data,” the Wi-Fi configuration file may be damaged. In this case, you can try resetting your network settings. Please note that this will delete all saved Bluetooth and Wi-Fi passwords, but will not affect personal photos and contacts.
⚠️ Attention: Resetting network settings is a radical measure. Before using it, make sure that you know the passwords for other important networks or have the ability to connect your phone to the Internet via mobile data to re-enter them.
To reset, go to Settings → System and updates → Reset → Resetting network settings. After the reboot, the phone will be clean in terms of network connections, which sometimes resolves software conflicts.
Can I see the password without connecting to the network right now?
Yes, on Android 11 and higher (Magic UI 4+) you can view the password for any saved network, even if you are not currently connected to it and are far from the router. To do this, you need to go to “Saved networks”, select the one you need and go through authorization.
Is it safe to use password recovery applications from the Play Market?
Most of these applications on new versions of Android are useless, since the system blocks access to system password files without root access. Moreover, they may request excessive permissions, which compromises your privacy.
What to do if the QR code is not displayed at all?
If the QR code is missing, you may have an old version of Android (9 and below) or a specific firmware build. In this case, the only option left is to log into the web interface of the router or physically inspect the sticker on the router itself (if the password has not been changed).
Does the password change when resetting the Honor phone?
No, resetting the phone itself (Hard Reset) does not change the password on the router. It only deletes the saved password from the phone's memory. After the reset, you will have to enter it again when connecting.