You cannot see the Wi-Fi password on most smart TVs from Samsung, Sony, LG, and Roku because their operating systems hide it for security reasons. Instead of searching for a password that isn't there, this article shows you the reliable places to actually find the Wi-Fi password your smart TV is using. Once you're connected, you can also use Netflix secret codes on smart TV to browse hidden genres directly.
Check the label on your router first
The quickest and most reliable method to find your Wi-Fi password is to look at the physical router or modem. Most devices have a sticker that lists the default Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and the Wi-Fi password. This works if you have never changed the password from the factory default. The Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password for your home network are usually printed on a label on your wireless router or modem.
Find the password on another connected device
If you changed the Wi-Fi password or the router label is worn out, you can retrieve the password from a computer or phone that is already connected to the same network. Wi-Fi passwords are case-sensitive and must be entered precisely as they appear.
On a Windows PC
- Open the Control Panel and click "Network and Sharing Center."
- Click the name of your Wi-Fi network next to "Connections."
- In the pop-up window, click "Wireless Properties."
- Go to the "Security" tab and check the box that says "Show characters."
- The Wi-Fi password will appear in the "Network security key" field.
On a Mac
- Open "Keychain Access" from the Utilities folder.
- Search for the name of your Wi-Fi network.
- Double-click the network name and check the box "Show password."
- Enter your Mac's administrator username and password to reveal the Wi-Fi password.
On an Android phone
- Open the Settings app and go to "Network & internet" or "Wi-Fi."
- Tap the gear icon next to your connected network.
- Select "Share" or tap the QR code icon.
- Your phone will show a QR code and the Wi-Fi password in plain text below it.
On an iPhone
- Open the Settings app and tap "Wi-Fi."
- Tap the blue "i" icon next to your connected network.
- Tap the "Password" field and use Face ID or Touch ID to reveal the Wi-Fi password.
Access your router's settings to see the password
If you cannot retrieve the password from another device, you can log into your router's admin panel. This method always works because the router stores the actual password you set.
- On a device connected to the same network, open a web browser.
- Type your router's IP address into the address bar. Common addresses are 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1.
- Enter the router's username and password. If you never changed them, look for default credentials on the router label or in its manual.
- Once logged in, find the wireless or Wi-Fi settings section.
To change your Wi-Fi password, you must do so through your wireless router's settings, not through the smart TV.
What to do if you still can't connect your smart TV
If you have the correct Wi-Fi password but your smart TV still won't connect, try these troubleshooting steps. Check if your TV supports the Wi-Fi frequency band, some older smart TVs only support 2.4GHz networks and cannot connect to 5GHz networks. Ensure the network is not hidden; if it is, you must enter the network name manually on the TV. If you are connecting a smart TV to Wi-Fi for the first time, remember that you must enter the password during setup. To connect a wireless router to your smart TV, follow the same network setup process using the password you retrieved from one of the methods above.
