Windows 10: change WiFi password - how it works

If the password for a WiFi network has changed, you must also change it in Windows 10. We will show you step by step how to enter the new password.

Change WiFi password in Windows 10

Note: If you only want to read the WLAN password under Windows 10, follow these instructions. If you want to change the password of your WiFi network, we will help you in the next paragraph.

1. Open the start menu and select "Settings" in the lower left corner.
2. Go to the "Network and Internet" category and you will find a list of all WiFi networks.
3. Scroll down a little and select the "Manage WiFi Settings" option.
4. Search again at the bottom for the desired WLAN, select it and click on the "Do not save" button.
5. The password for the WLAN is now deleted. Take a step back and select the WiFi again.
6. You can now reconnect to the WLAN. Use the new password for this.

Change the WiFi password in the router

You can change the password of your WLAN in the menu of your router. Here you will find suitable instructions for the most common routers. Then follow the instructions above.

• FritzBox: Change WiFi password
• Speedport: Change WiFi password
• Netgear: Change WiFi password
• EasyBox: Change WiFi password
• Hitron: Change WiFi password

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to share your WiFi password in Windows 10.