How To Share iPhone WiFi Password With Other iPhones

Sharing WiFi passwords with friends and family can be a hassle, but with your trusty iPhone, it’s a breeze! In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to effortlessly share your iPhone’s WiFi password with others. Whether you have the latest iPhone model or an older version, this feature is available on iOS 11 and above. Let’s dive in!

Step 1: Ensure Both Devices Meet the Requirements

Make sure that your iPhone and the device you want to share the WiFi password with are both running on iOS 11 or a later version. This feature is available on iPhone 5s and newer models.

Step 2: Connect to the WiFi Network

On your iPhone, go to “Settings” and tap on “Wi-Fi.” Connect to the WiFi network you want to share the password for. Ensure that you are already connected to the network before proceeding to the next step.

Step 3: Share the WiFi Password

Now, on the device you want to share the password with, make sure it is unlocked and within close proximity to your iPhone. A pop-up notification will appear on the device, displaying the WiFi network name and a “Share Password” option. Tap on “Share Password.”

Step 4: Authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID

To proceed with sharing the password, your iPhone will prompt you to authenticate using Face ID or Touch ID. Simply look at your iPhone’s screen or place your finger on the Home button to verify your identity.

Step 5: Connection Established!

Once you’ve successfully authenticated, your iPhone will automatically share the WiFi password with the other device. It will connect to the network without the need to manually enter the password. iPhones connected on your WiFi network can also cast their iPhone screens to Smart TVs on the same network.

Having trouble connecting? Consider rebooting your iPhone and repeat the steps listed on this guide.

FAQs about Sharing WiFi Passwords on iPhones

Q: Can I share my WiFi password with any device?
A: No, you can only share your WiFi password with other iOS devices running on iOS 11 or a later version. This feature is available on iPhone 5s and newer models.

Q: Do I need to be connected to the WiFi network to share the password?
A: Yes, you need to be connected to the WiFi network on your iPhone before you can share the password with another device.

Q: How do I share the WiFi password with another device?
A: Once you are connected to the WiFi network on your iPhone, unlock the device you want to share the password with and bring it close to your iPhone. A pop-up notification will appear on the device, displaying the WiFi network name and a “Share Password” option. Tap on “Share Password” to initiate the sharing process.

Q: How do I authenticate to share the WiFi password?
A: To authenticate and share the WiFi password, your iPhone will prompt you to use Face ID or Touch ID. Simply look at your iPhone’s screen or place your finger on the Home button to verify your identity.

Q: What happens after I authenticate to share the password?
A: Once you have successfully authenticated, your iPhone will automatically share the WiFi password with the other device. The device will then connect to the network without the need to manually enter the password.

Q: Can I share the WiFi password with multiple iPhones?
A: Yes, you can share the WiFi password with multiple devices using the same process. Each device will need to be unlocked and within close proximity to your iPhone to receive the password.

Q: Can I share the WiFi password with devices that are not running on iOS?
A: No, this feature is exclusive to iOS devices. You cannot share the WiFi password with devices that are not running on iOS.

Q: Can I share the WiFi password with devices that are not nearby?
A: No, the devices need to be within close proximity to each other for the sharing process to work. Make sure the device you want to share the password with is nearby and unlocked.

Q: Can I revoke access to the WiFi network after sharing the password?
A: No, once you have shared the WiFi password, the other device will have permanent access to the network until you change the password manually.

Q: Is there a limit to how many times I can share the WiFi password?
A: There is no limit to how many times you can share the WiFi password. You can share it as many times as needed with different devices.