How to Share Wi-Fi Password from Mac to iPhone (or Vice Versa)

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Trying to connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi but don’t want to type the password? If you have a Mac or another iOS device already connected, you can instantly share the Wi-Fi password — no typing needed. Apple’s “Share Your Wi-Fi” feature makes this super simple, but only if everything’s set up correctly.

Here’s exactly how to use it, and what to do if it’s not working.

Requirements: What You Need First

Before sharing your Wi-Fi password, make sure both devices meet these conditions:

  • ✅ Both devices must have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned ON
  • ✅ Personal Hotspot must be turned OFF
  • ✅ Devices must be physically close together
  • ✅ The Apple ID of the receiver must be saved in the Contacts of the sender
  • ✅ Your Mac must be running macOS High Sierra or later
  • ✅ Your iPhone or iPad must be on iOS 11 or later

How to Check Your Software Version

On Mac:

  1. Click the Apple menu > System Preferences > Software Update
  2. If an update is available, click Update Now

On iPhone/iPad:

  1. Go to Settings > General > About to view your iOS version
  2. Or go to Settings > General > Software Update to install the latest iOS

Reboot your devices after any updates to ensure everything refreshes properly.

How to Share Your Wi-Fi Password

Once both devices are ready:

If you’re sharing from Mac to iPhone:

  1. Make sure your Mac is unlocked and already connected to the Wi-Fi network
  2. On the iPhone, open Settings > Wi-Fi, then select the same Wi-Fi network
  3. A prompt will appear on your Mac asking if you want to share the Wi-Fi password
  4. Click Share Password, then tap Done

If you’re sharing from iPhone to iPhone/Mac:

  1. Unlock the iPhone that’s already connected to Wi-Fi
  2. On the second device, go to Wi-Fi settings and tap the same network
  3. A popup will appear on the first iPhone
  4. Tap Share Password, then Done

That’s it! No need to type long, complicated passwords.

Wi-Fi Sharing Not Working? Try This

If you followed all steps and nothing happened:

  • 🔄 Restart both devices
  • 🔄 Toggle Wi-Fi and Bluetooth OFF and ON
  • 💾 Make sure the Apple ID email of the receiver is saved in the sender’s Contacts app
  • 🔌 Turn Personal Hotspot OFF
  • 📶 Ensure both devices are close enough (same room)
  • 📱 Update both devices to the latest software

Still not working? Reach out to Apple Support or double-check your router and Wi-Fi settings.

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