Are you connected to Wi-Fi on your Huawei P60 Pro, Mate 50 or another model, but forgot the password - and do you urgently need it for your laptop or tablet? The situation is familiar to many: the router is located at the other end of the apartment, the sticker with the password has long been erased, and reconnecting all devices for the sake of one forgotten code is not an option. Fortunately, on smartphones Huawei with a shell EMUI there are several ways to retrieve the saved password from the network to which you are already connected.

In this article we will analyze 5 working methods —from standard Android functions to hidden firmware capabilities. Huawei. Important: not all methods are universal - their availability depends on the version EMUI (10–14) and phone model. For example, on Huawei Nova 11 s EMUI 13 there is one path in the settings, and on Huawei Y7a s EMUI 10.1 there is another. We will indicate the nuances for each version.

You will also find out which methods work without root access and do not require installation of third-party applicationsand where you will have to use additional tools. Spoiler: on most modern devices Huawei the password can be viewed in 30 seconds - if you know where to click.

1. Standard method through Wi-Fi settings (EMUI 12/13/14)

Starting with EMUI 12 (Android 12+) Huawei added a built-in function for viewing passwords for saved networks. This is the simplest and safest method, but it does not work on all models. For example, on Huawei P40 s EMUI 10.1 there is no such option - you will have to use alternative methods.

Instructions for EMUI 12–14:

  1. Open Settings → Wireless networks → Wi-Fi.
  2. Find in the list the network for which you want to find out the password and tap on its name.
  3. In the window that opens, select Share (or Share on English firmware).
  4. The system will request confirmation by PIN code, fingerprint or password - enter it.
  5. Under The text network password will appear as a QR code.

⚠️ Attention: If the option Share is missing, then your model Huawei does not support this method. Proceed to the next section.

📊 Which version of EMUI does your Huawei use?
EMUI 10 or older
EMUI 11
EMUI 12
EMUI 13
EMUI 14
I don’t know

2. Viewing the password through the configuration file (without root)

On phones Huawei (as well as on other Android devices), Wi-Fi passwords are stored in the system file wpa_supplicant.conf. It can be accessed without root access, but only through ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method works on all versions EMUI, but requires connecting the phone to the computer.

What you will need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
  • 🔌 USB cable (preferably original)
  • 🛠️ Utility ADB (download from Android official website)
  • ⚙️ Enabled USB debugging on the phone

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Activate Developer mode on Huawei:
    • Go to Settings → About phone → Build number.
    • Tap on the build number 7 times until a notification appears You have become a developer!.
  • Go back to Settings → System → Developer Options and enable USB Debugging.
  • Connect your phone to the computer and confirm permission to debug.
  • Open the command line (or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and enter:
    • adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

    The file WifiConfigStore.xml will be saved on your computer Open it with any text editor. (for example, Notepad++) and find the line:

    YOUR_PASSWORD

    Enable developer mode|Download ADB Tools|Connect phone to PC|Allow USB debugging|Run adb command pull-->

    ⚠️ Attention: On some models Huawei (for example, Mate 30 Pro) the path to the file may be different. If the command does not work, try:

    adb pull /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore/WifiConfigStore.xml

    3. Using the “Files” application (hidden method for EMUI). 10–11)

    On phones with EMUI 10 i EMUI 11 there is a little-known loophole: Wi-Fi passwords can be found in the system logs through the standard application. FilesThis method does not require root access, but does not work on everyone. devices.

    Instructions:

    1. Open the application Files (folder icon).
    2. Go to section Categories → Documents.
    3. In the search bar, enter wpa_supplicant.
    4. If the file is found, open it and find the line psk="your_password".

    🔍 Why does this work? In some versions EMUI system files with passwords accidentally end up in the application search index Files. However, after updates Huawei closed this vulnerability, so the method is only relevant for old firmware.

    What to do if the file is not found?

    If the search for wpa_supplicant did not produce results, try:

    1. Search the file WifiConfigStore.xml manually through the section Internal memory → data → misc → wifi (access to hidden folders is required).

    2. Use ADBas described in the previous section.

    3. Try third-party file managers with access to system partitions (for example, FX File Explorer with root mode enabled if the phone is rooted).

    4. Exporting passwords via backup (EMUI 9–14)

    Another legal way is to create a backup copy of your Wi-Fi settings and extract passwords from it. This method works on all versions EMUI, but requires additional manipulations with the backup file.

    How to do it:

    1. Go to Settings → System → Backup.
    2. Select Local backup → Wi-Fi settings.
    3. Create a backup (the file will be saved in the internal memory).
    4. Copy the backup file to your computer (usually it has an extension .hbk or .backup).
    5. Rename the extension to .zip and unpack the archive.
    6. Find the file inside wifiConfig.xml —it will contain passwords in clear text.

      7. ⚠️ Attention: On new models Huawei (for example, P50 Pocket) the backup may be encrypted. In this case, you will not be able to extract the password - use other methods.

      Method Requires PC Requires root Works on EMUI Difficulty
      Wi-Fi Settings → Share ❌ No ❌ No 12–14 ⭐ Very simple
      ADB + WifiConfigStore.xml ✅ Yes ❌ No 10–14 ⭐⭐ Average
      Search through the "Files" application ❌ No ❌ No 10–11 ⭐ Easy
      Backup copying ✅ Yes ❌ No 9–14 ⭐⭐⭐ Difficult
      Root + applications (WiFi Password Viewer) ❌ No ✅ Yes Any ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very difficult

      5. Third-party applications (only for rooted phones)

      If your Huawei has root access, the task is simplified: Google Play there are dozens of applications for viewing Wi-Fi passwords. The most popular:

      • 🔓 WiFi Password Viewer - shows all saved networks and theirs. passwords.
      • 📡 WiFi Key Recovery —works even on older versions of Android.
      • 🔍 Root Browser —file manager for rooted devices, allows you to manually find wpa_supplicant.conf.

    ⚠️ Attention: Installing root access on Huawei voids the warranty and may lead to locking the bootloader (bootloader). On new models (for example Mate 60), unlocking the bootloader is officially prohibited. In addition, many banking applications (for example SberBank Online) refuse to work on rooted devices.

    If you still decided to root, the instructions are simple:

    1. Install one of the listed applications.
    2. Give root access when prompted.
    3. Open the list of saved networks - passwords will be displayed next to the names.
    💡

    Before using third-party applications, check their reputation on forums (for example, 4PDA or XDA Developers). Some apps may contain malicious code or display advertisements.

    6. Alternative methods (if all else fails)

    If none of the methods described above worked, there are radical or workarounds:

    • 🔄 Resetting the router. Press the button Reset on the back panel of the router (hold for 10-15 seconds). After the reset, the network will be named TP-Link_XXXX (or similar), and the password will be standard (indicated on the sticker).
    • 📞 Call the provider. If the router was issued by the Internet provider (for example, Rostelecom or MTS), its password can be tied to the agreement. Call support and clarify.
    • 🖧 Connecting via WPS. If the router supports WPS, press the corresponding button on it, and on the phone select Connect via WPS in Wi-Fi settings. This will allow you to connect another device without entering a password.
    • 🔧 Changing password through the router web interface. Connect to the router from your phone, open the browser and enter 192.168.1.1 (or 192.168.0.1). Log in (default logins/passwords: admin/admin or admin/password) and change the Wi-Fi password in the section Wireless.
    💡

    If you rent a home or use corporate Wi-Fi, resetting the router or changing the password may violate the rules for using the network. Check the access rights with the network administrator.

    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Wi-Fi passwords on Huawei

    ❓ Is it possible to find out the password for Wi-Fi to which the phone connected before, but is not connected now?

    No, using standard means EMUI this impossible. Passwords are stored encrypted and can only be accessed by the currently active network. The exception is rooted devices, where you can view the history of connections through applications like WiFi Password Viewer.

    ❓ Why is there no “Share” option in the Wi-Fi settings?

    This function appeared only in EMUI 12 and newer. If you have EMUI 10 or 11, use methods with ADB or backup. Also, the option may not be available on firmware for corporate devices (for example, Huawei MatePad for business).

    ❓ Will the password be visible if Wi-Fi is connected via a QR code?

    Yes, the connection method (manual entry, WPS or QR code) does not affect the storage of the password. If the network is saved in the phone settings, its password can be retrieved using any of the described methods.

    ❓ Is it possible to find out the password from your neighbor's Wi-Fi?

    No, if your phone is not connected to this network. Passwords are stored only for those networks to which the device has ever connected. Attempts to hack other people's networks are illegal and are prosecuted under Article 272 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (“Illegal access to computer information”).

    ❓ After updating EMUI, all methods stopped working. What to do?

    Huawei regularly tightens security policy. If after the update (for example, from EMUI 12 to 13) the standard methods stopped working, try:

    1. Use ADB with the latest versions of the tools.
    2. Refer to alternative methods (reset router, call your provider).
    3. Check forums (for example, 4PDA) for new vulnerabilities for your model.