How to Share Wi-Fi Passwords with QR Codes on iPhone

How to Share Wi-Fi Passwords with QR Codes on iPhone.

Tired of spelling out your complicated Wi-Fi password every time someone visits?

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There’s a much easier way to share your Wi-Fi using a QR code. Here’s how to create and scan Wi-Fi QR codes on your iPhone.

How to Share Wi-Fi Password with QR Code on iPhone.

(Tested on iOS 18.4.1 with iPhone 16 Pro Max Titanium Black 256GB – Global Model A3296 – MYWV3ZD/A)

Why Use a Wi-Fi QR Code?

• No need to type long passwords
• Works for both iPhone and Android users
• Guests can connect in seconds
• More secure than saying your password out loud

Method 1: Share Wi-Fi QR Code Using the Passwords App (iOS 18+)

1. Open the Passwords app (it has a key icon)
2. Find your Wi-Fi network under Wi-Fi Passwords
3. Tap the network name
4. Select Share Password
5. Choose QR Code
6. Let the other person scan the code with their camera

Tip: You can screenshot this QR code to save it for future use.

Method 2: Create a Wi-Fi QR Code Using Shortcuts (Any iOS Version)

If you don’t have iOS 18, use this method:

1. Open the Shortcuts app
2. Tap + to create a new shortcut
3. Search for and add “Text” action
4. Paste this exact format:

   WIFI:T:WPA;S:YourNetworkName;P:YourPassword;;

(Replace “YourNetworkName” and “YourPassword” with your actual details)

5. Add “Create QR Code” action
6. Add “Show Result” action
7. Run the shortcut to generate your QR code

How to Scan a Wi-Fi QR Code on iPhone

1. Open the Camera app
2. Point it at the QR code
3. Tap the Wi-Fi notification that appears
4. Your iPhone will connect automatically

Important Notes

• The QR code method works for WPA, WPA2, and WEP networks
• For maximum security, don’t share QR codes publicly
• Android users can scan these codes too using their camera app

Troubleshooting Tips

If scanning doesn’t work:

• Make sure the QR code is well-lit and in focus
• Check if the network uses special characters that might need encoding
• Try increasing your screen brightness when sharing from your iPhone

Final Thoughts

Sharing Wi-Fi via QR code is by far the easiest method and no more spelling out complicated passwords letter by letter. Whether you use the new Passwords app in iOS 18 or the Shortcuts method, you’ll be sharing your Wi-Fi in seconds.

Tried this method? Let us know in the comments how it worked for you!