How to Share Your Wi-Fi Password on iOS Devices

Share Wi-Fi Password on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

Sharing your Wi-Fi password with guests can be a hassle, especially if you have to manually type it in. Fortunately, Apple devices have a convenient feature that allows you to share your password securely and easily.

Using iOS or iPadOS Shortcut

If your iOS or iPadOS device is running iOS 13 or later, you can use the "Make QR Code for Wi-Fi" shortcut to create a scannable QR code that guests can use to connect to your Wi-Fi network. Here's how:

1. Open the Shortcuts app on your device.
2. Tap the "Gallery" tab.
3. Search for "Make QR Code for Wi-Fi."
4. Select the shortcut and tap "Add Shortcut."
5. Run the shortcut and follow the instructions.

Using the Wi-Fi Sharing Option

If your device is running iOS 11 or later, you can use the Wi-Fi sharing option to share your password with contacts who have an Apple device and are nearby:

1. Connect to the Wi-Fi network you want to share.
2. Go to the Wi-Fi settings on your device.
3. Tap the "i" icon next to the network name.
4. Tap "Share Password."
5. Select the contact you want to share the password with.

Conclusion

Sharing your Wi-Fi password on iOS devices is quick, easy, and secure. Whether you're using the iOS or iPadOS shortcut for QR code generation or the Wi-Fi sharing option, you can now easily provide your guests with access to your Wi-Fi network without the hassle of typing in complex passwords.