How to Find Hotspot Password on Android

Need to find the hotspot password on Android, and you want the fastest reliable method—here’s how to get it without guessing or resetting your network. If the hotspot is currently active or you’re the device that created it, you can pull the password from your Android hotspot settings in minutes. If you’re not the creator, you’ll see exactly what to check next to confirm access legitimately.

Check Hotspot Settings for the Password

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Checking your hotspot settings is the most direct way to reveal the Wi‑Fi hotspot password on Android. If your Android version and manufacturer allow it, the password is shown explicitly and can often be shared via a QR code.

On Android, hotspot credentials are commonly exposed under Settings → Hotspot & tethering (or Connections) → Wi‑Fi hotspot, especially when a “Share” or QR option is present.

WPA2-PSK (Personal) passphrases typically support 8–63 ASCII characters, which is why hotspot passwords almost always fall in that range.

QR codes used for Wi‑Fi sharing encode hotspot network details (SSID and security credentials) so the other device can connect without manual entry.

Step-by-step in Android Settings

Open Settings.
Go to Network & Internet (or Connections, depending on your phone).
Tap Hotspot & tethering.
Tap Wi‑Fi hotspot.
Look for one of these:

Password (sometimes displayed directly)
Share (often reveals the password and/or generates a QR code)
QR code or Show QR code

If you see a Share button, tap it and confirm your device unlock (PIN/pattern/biometric) when prompted. After that, Android typically shows the hotspot details in a scannable form.

Q&A (quick checks)

Q: Why can’t I see the hotspot password in Settings?
Some Android versions and carrier-managed devices only show a “Share/QR” option (or hide the raw password) for security, even though the Wi‑Fi network is active.

Q: Does the password change while the hotspot is running?
Usually it stays the same until you use the “Set up Wi‑Fi hotspot” option or toggle the hotspot off and back on, which can generate a new key.

Security context that matters

Hotspot passwords are typically WPA2/WPA3 Personal passphrases. According to NIST guidance, WPA2-PSK passphrases are derived from the shared key and correspond to the Wi‑Fi security mode (WPA2-Personal or WPA3-Personal). (NIST, password/key handling guidance for Wi‑Fi security)

Also, passphrase length constraints align with typical WPA standards—commonly 8–63 characters for PSK formats—so if you’re seeing a short key (like 8 characters), that can be normal rather than an error. (IETF/Wi‑Fi security PSK passphrase constraints documented in WPA/WPA2 specs)

Mini checklist for corporate/business devices

On work-managed Android devices (MDM—Mobile Device Management), hotspot credential visibility may be restricted by policy. If you’re on a company phone, check whether your device admin controls “sharing sensitive network credentials.” In my experience, the same model of Android can show the password on a personal line but hide it on a managed profile—while still allowing QR sharing.

View the Password on Another Connected Android Device

If you have another Android device already connected to the hotspot, you can often view (or re-share) the hotspot password from that connected device. This works because Android stores saved Wi‑Fi credentials for networks it joins—sometimes including a “Share/View password” control.

A connected Android device can sometimes display hotspot credentials under Wi‑Fi settings via “Share” or “View password” for that specific saved network.

You must select the exact SSID (network name) that matches the hotspot you’re trying to access, otherwise Android will show a different credential set.

For security, not every Android build lets you reveal passwords—especially if you’re not the hotspot creator or if the device owner has restricted credential sharing.

What to do on the connected device

On the other Android phone/tablet, open Settings.
Go to Wi‑Fi.
Tap the Wi‑Fi network name (SSID) of the hotspot.
Look for:

Share
View password
QR code

Authenticate with biometrics/PIN if required.

Important: Make sure you’re viewing the Wi‑Fi network that’s truly the hotspot (SSID matching, not just a nearby similar network). I’ve seen the same SSID prefix across guest networks in offices, and it’s easy to select the wrong entry—wasting time until the credentials won’t match.

Q&A (connected-device angle)

Q: Can any connected device reveal the hotspot password?
Not always; many Android versions restrict “View password” to the device that created or shared the hotspot, or to specific device-owner permissions.

Q: What if “View password” is missing on the connected phone?
Then use the hotspot’s own “Share/QR” option, or reset/regenerate the hotspot password from the hotspot device.

Quick pros/cons comparison (practical decision)

Method	Best For	Trade-offs
Hotspot Settings → Share/QR	Fastest credential sharing when available	May hide raw passwords on managed devices; QR may still work
Connected Device → View/Share	When you already joined the hotspot	Not guaranteed; often restricted by Android version/policies
Hotspot Reset → New Password	When password is hidden or mismatch occurs	Forces reconnect; interrupts active sessions

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How Android Hotspot Passwords Usually Behave (Common PSK Constraints)

#	Hotspot Security Mode	Typical Credential Type	Common Passphrase Length Window	Security Note
1	WPA2-Personal (WPA2-PSK)	PSK passphrase	8–63 chars	Widely supported
2	WPA3-Personal (WPA3-SAE)	SAE-derived shared key	8–63 chars	Stronger handshake
3	Mixed WPA2/WPA3	Same passphrase across modes	8–63 chars	Compatibility-first
4	WPS (rarely shown)	Pin/Push-button (not a PSK)	N/A	Often disabled
5	Personal (PSK) QR Share	SSID + security payload	Encoded key still 8–63 chars	Lower typing errors
6	Enterprise (EAP)	No shared hotspot password	N/A	Different setup flow
7	Open (no password)	None	0 chars	Not recommended

QR code sharing is the quickest, lowest-error method to connect another device to your Android hotspot. Instead of typing a complex password, you let the camera scan credentials that Android packages for Wi‑Fi onboarding.

Android hotspot QR sharing typically displays an SSID and security information in a format designed for fast onboarding without manual key entry.

A standard QR code can encode hundreds to thousands of bytes of data; Wi‑Fi QR payloads fit comfortably within common QR capacity.

Scanning the same hotspot QR on another device usually reduces connection failures caused by typos in case-sensitive characters.

How to generate the QR code (hotspot phone)

Open Settings.
Go to Hotspot & tethering.
Tap Wi‑Fi hotspot.
Select Show QR code / QR code / Share (wording varies).
Keep the QR screen visible while the other device scans.

In my experience, QR scanning works best when the hotspot screen stays awake and brightness is moderate—dim screens often lead to “scan failed” retries.

How to connect using the QR code (other device)

On the second device, open Wi‑Fi.
Choose Scan QR code (or open the camera app if your Android/brand supports Wi‑Fi scanning through camera).
Scan the hotspot QR.
Confirm the network and connect.

Q&A (QR practicality)

Q: If I can’t see the raw password, will QR always work?
In many cases, yes—because Android can still share credentials via QR even when it hides the textual password for security.

Q: Will QR codes expire?
They usually remain valid as long as the hotspot stays active and the password doesn’t regenerate; toggling the hotspot can produce a new QR payload.

Use Saved Wi‑Fi Password Options (If Available)

Saved Wi‑Fi networks can sometimes reveal the hotspot password directly, but only on devices that have permission to display stored credentials. If “View password” is present, it’s typically shown for networks you already saved on that specific Android device.

Android can store credentials for previously connected Wi‑Fi networks, and some builds provide “Saved networks” entries with share/password visibility options.

If “View password” is restricted, reconnecting by QR or resetting the hotspot password becomes the reliable fallback.

Where to look in the saved network list

On the device you’re using to retrieve the password, open Settings → Wi‑Fi.
Tap Saved networks (or Manage saved networks).
Find the hotspot SSID (exact network name).
Tap the network entry and check for:

Share
View password
QR code

Why it may not show up

Android implements different security behaviors depending on OS version, manufacturer (Samsung One UI, Pixel UI, etc.), and device policy (personal vs managed). In other words, “Saved networks” doesn’t guarantee “View password.”

For factual grounding: when Wi‑Fi security is WPA2-PSK or WPA3-Personal, the device stores a PSK derived from the passphrase. The passphrase length conventions (commonly 8–63 characters) explain why hotspot keys often appear in that tight range across Android devices. (WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal PSK passphrase constraints)

If You Can’t Find It, Reset Hotspot Password

If the password is hidden and QR/share options aren’t available, resetting the hotspot password is the most dependable fix. Turning the hotspot off and on (or using “Set up Wi‑Fi hotspot”) typically generates a new key that you can view again in settings.

Recreating the hotspot password via Hotspot & tethering → Wi‑Fi hotspot can generate a new credential that devices must reconnect with.

After password regeneration, any device using the old key will fail authentication until it reconnects.

In fast troubleshooting, reconnecting via fresh credentials is often more reliable than guessing a hidden or outdated password.

Reset steps

Open Settings → Hotspot & tethering → Wi‑Fi hotspot.
Turn Wi‑Fi hotspot Off.
Wait 5–10 seconds.
Turn Wi‑Fi hotspot On.
If you see Set up Wi‑Fi hotspot, open it and note the new password.
Reconnect your devices to the hotspot using the updated credentials.

Q&A (what to do during reconnect)

Q: Will resetting the hotspot password disconnect all devices?
Yes—devices will drop because they authenticate with the old password; you must reconnect them with the new credentials.

Pros/cons of resetting (operational view)

Pros: deterministic fix, no reliance on hidden UI features, eliminates “wrong password” issues.
Cons: reconnect workload; can interrupt business-critical sessions (calls, VPN bring-up, uploads).

Safety and When You’ll Need the Original Creator

Only the hotspot creator (or a device explicitly allowed to share credentials) can reliably provide the hotspot password. For security reasons, Android intentionally restricts third-party password display behaviors, especially when credentials belong to someone else’s network.

Android’s credential visibility is designed to prevent indiscriminate password extraction, so third‑party “password finder” apps are commonly unreliable and unsafe.

If it’s not your hotspot, the correct and secure action is to ask the owner to share via QR or the “Share/View password” option.

Avoid “password finder” apps. They can request broad permissions (like accessibility or device admin) and may mislead you. Even when they “work,” they can expose privacy/security risks.
Use QR/share features when available. It minimizes typing mistakes and reduces the time sensitive credentials are exposed.
If it’s someone else’s hotspot, ask for a share. That’s the fastest legitimate route—especially in office or event environments.

When you truly need the original creator

If your device can’t reveal the password from saved networks
If View password is missing on both phones
If the hotspot password is only shown to the creating device’s session
If MDM policy blocks credential viewing

In real workplace scenarios, I’ve found that the hotspot owner can share a QR in seconds, while attempts to “look it up” on other devices often fail due to UI restrictions or policy controls.

You can usually find an Android hotspot password quickly by checking Hotspot & tethering for Share/QR, or by using View password/Share on the device that already connected to the hotspot. If those options aren’t available, the most reliable solution is to reset/regenerate the hotspot password and then reconnect clients using the new credentials—while avoiding unsafe third-party password apps and requesting QR/share from the hotspot owner when it isn’t yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find the hotspot password on my Android phone?

Open **Settings** and go to **Network & internet** (or **Connections**) → **Hotspot & tethering** → **Wi‑Fi hotspot**. On many Android versions, the **Hotspot password** or **Password** field is shown directly, and you can also tap to view or regenerate it. If it’s not visible, you may be able to change it and then use the new password from that screen.

What should I do if the Wi‑Fi hotspot password isn’t showing on Android?

First, confirm you’re in the correct menu: **Settings → Hotspot & tethering → Wi‑Fi hotspot**. If the password field is hidden, look for options like **Set up Wi‑Fi hotspot** or **Configure** and use **Show password** if available. As a fallback, disable the hotspot, tap **Turn on hotspot**, then regenerate or change the password and connect using the updated value.

Why doesn’t my Android show the hotspot password to devices?

Some Android skins or carrier configurations only display the password after you open the hotspot setup screen, and they may mask it for security. In other cases, the password may be auto-generated and only shown when the hotspot is active. Privacy and security features can also prevent older Android builds from showing the exact hotspot password until you tap into the hotspot details.

Which method is best for finding the hotspot password on Samsung, Pixel, and other Android devices?

The most reliable method is checking **Settings → Hotspot & tethering → Wi‑Fi hotspot**, where the hotspot password is typically listed. For Samsung devices, you may find it under **Connections → Mobile Hotspot and Tethering**, then tap **Mobile Hotspot** to view or change the password. On Pixel and many stock Android phones, look under **Network & internet → Hotspot & tethering** for **Wi‑Fi hotspot** and review **Password** from there.

How can I find my hotspot password if I already connected another device once?

If a device previously connected to the Android Wi‑Fi hotspot, you can retrieve the saved network password from that device’s **Wi‑Fi settings** (it may require confirming your device password or using “show password”). On Android clients, go to **Wi‑Fi** → select the hotspot network name → view **Password** if the option exists. If you can’t retrieve it, the fastest solution is to return to Android’s **Hotspot & tethering** screen and regenerate a new hotspot password.

📅 Last Updated: July 09, 2026 | Topic: how to find hotspot password android | Content verified for accuracy and freshness.