How to Share Wi-Fi Password to Mac via 3 Detailed Guides

Hi, guys! My sister left our house this morning as I received my new Mac. I need access to our Wi-Fi. The thing is, I do not know its password. My sister is the only one who knows it. However, I cannot contact her. I had an idea but I do not know if it will work. Is it true that I can share Wi-Fi passwords iPhone to Mac? I am willing to wait for a response from you. Thank you!

Let's get straightforward! Directly scroll down below to see the methods and other information about sharing Wi-Fi passwords to Mac. Please proceed.

Part 1. Can You Share Wi-Fi Password from iPhone to Mac

Yes. You can share a Wi-Fi password from iPhone to Mac. It is one of the main advantages when you are using Apple devices. You can connect your Mac to Wi-Fi without typing its correct password through your iPhone. This action is performed wirelessly. It means that you do not need wires or cables through the process.

However, sharing the password from Apple devices is unavailable on Android devices. Personal hotspots can be an alternative for that. Anyway, scroll down below to gain more knowledge about the topic. Please proceed.

Part 2. How to Share Wi-Fi Password to Mac from iPhone/iPad

Now, let us see the main topic of this post. How to share Wi-Fi passwords from iPhone to Mac? Actually, this post will introduce 3 methods that you can use. It includes putting both devices near each other, using a keychain, and a third-party app. We will explain them one by one to you below. Please see them.

Option 1. Put Both Devices Close

The most convenient way to share your Wi-Fi password from iPhone to Mac is by sharing. You only need to do is to place both devices near each other. It sounds easy, right? Go straight to the details below to know how to perform that.

Choose the Apple icon at the top left corner of the screen. After that, click the Preferences button to see the settings of your Mac. Its window will appear afterward. Among all the icons at the bottom, choose the Network icon. Later, put the Mac and iPhone closer. Click the network you want to be connected to on your Mac. Please tap the Share Password button afterward on your iPhone.

Option 2. Use Wi-Fi Settings

Knowing the Wi-Fi password is the leading alternative if one of your devices is having difficulty detecting the other. Luckily, the iPhone has a keychain feature that can show you Wi-Fi passwords. But only with the networks that it is connected to. See how below.

Open the Settings app on the iPhone. After that, tap the Wi-Fi icon and locate the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to your Mac. After that, tap the i icon on its right. Later, you will see the password in Dots. Please tap it to see it. After that, click the Wi-Fi icon on your Mac. Choose the network and type the password that you saw on your iPhone.

Option 3. Use iCloud Keychain

You can also share your password from iPhone to Mac using the iCloud keychain. You only need to activate this feature on the iPhone. Please see how below.

Step 1Ensure that you sign in to your Apple ID on your iPhone. Go to the iPhone Settings and choose the Name of your Apple ID. Choose the iCloud button afterward. Turn on the Passwords and Keychain feature. Go back to the previous screen and select the Passwords button. Later, tap the iCloud Passwords & Keychain button.

Step 2On your Mac, please launch its System Settings or Preferences. Ensure that you log in with the same Apple ID from your iPhone. After that, choose iCloud. Turn on the Password & Keychain feature. Choose Password Settings and enter the password to log in. Click Password Options and turn on the iCloud Keychain button. You will be automatically connected to the iPhone Wi-Fi network that you have the password on the iCloud keychain.

Part 3. How to Optimize Mac via FoneLab Mac Sweep

This section will show you a bonus tip to optimize your Mac. If you do not know, freeing up space on your Mac can boost its performance. In this matter, you can use FoneLab Mac Sweep.

The good thing about this tool is that it has 10+ more features. It includes checking the Mac status, deleting junk or large files, encrypting files, and more. Scroll down to learn how to optimize your Mac using this tool.

Step 1Download the tool. Set it up and launch it afterward on your Mac. After that, please choose the Toolkit icon. You will see its additional features on the main interface later.

Step 2Please click the Optimize button at the top center place. After that, read its instructions for a brief knowledge before starting the procedure.

You can also try the other deleting features of this tool. You only need to read their instructions and follow the onscreen guide.

Step 3Click the Scan button to start locating your Mac files. After that, choose the View button to proceed to the next interface.

Step 4Please select the data that you want to delete on the left. After that, choose the Clean button at the bottom right corner of the tool. The deletion process will start immediately.

Part 4. FAQs about How to Share Wi-Fi Password to Mac

Now, enjoy browsing on your Mac because we are sure you successfully connected it to Wi-Fi. If you have more concerns, leave comments below and join our discussions! Also, test FoneLab Mac Sweep, which can optimize your Mac in a few clicks. Thanks!