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How to Find Your WiFi Password on Ubuntu Using Terminal

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If you’re using Linux Ubuntu and want to view the saved WiFi password using the terminal,

Ubuntu makes it simple through NetworkManager. This guide shows you the fastest and safest way to do it.

 

Step 1: Open Terminal

 

Step 2: List Saved WiFi Networks

Run the following command to see all saved WiFi connections:

nmcli connection show

 

Step 3: Show the WiFi Password

Replace WIFI_NAME with your actual network name:

sudo nmcli connection show "WIFI_NAME" | grep psk

 

After entering your sudo password, you’ll see:

psk: your_wifi_password

 

✅ This is your WiFi password.

 

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Final Tip

If you prefer a clean output:

sudo nmcli -s -g 802-11-wireless-security.psk connection show "WIFI_NAME"

 

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