How to Decrypt Saved WiFi Passwords on Android Using Termux

    

 How to Decrypt Saved WiFi Passwords on Android Using Termux

Many Android users connect to various WiFi networks but often forget the saved passwords. If your device has root access, you can retrieve these saved WiFi passwords using Termux. This guide will walk you through the steps to extract and decrypt saved WiFi passwords on an Android phone.

Installing Termux and Setting Up the Environment

1. Download and install Termux from the Play Store or an alternative APK source if Play Store is not accessible.

2.Download termux by f droid 

               

2. Open Termux and update its packages by running the following command:

   ```bash

   pkg update && pkg upgrade

   ```

3. Install the necessary dependencies that will help in retrieving the saved WiFi passwords:

   ```bash

   pkg install busybox

   pkg install sqlite

   ```

Accessing the WiFi Password Database

Android stores WiFi passwords in a system file called `wpa_supplicant.conf`. To access this file, follow these steps:

1. Gain root access by typing:

   ```bash

   su

   ```

2. Navigate to the directory where the WiFi configuration file is stored:

   ```bash

   cd /data/misc/wifi

   ```

Listing Saved WiFi Passwords

Once inside the directory, you need to view the contents of the `wpa_supplicant.conf` file. Use the following command:

```bash

cat wpa_supplicant.conf

```

You will see a list of saved WiFi networks along with their passwords. The data will appear in this format:

```

network={

    ssid="WiFiNetworkName"

    psk="WiFiPassword"

}

```

To extract only the WiFi passwords, use the grep command:

```bash

cat wpa_supplicant.conf | grep psk

```

This will display only the passwords stored on the device, making it easier to retrieve the one you need.

Precautions and Ethical Considerations

- This method requires root access, so it will not work on non-rooted devices.

- Only use this method on your own device or with explicit permission from the owner.

- Unauthorized access to WiFi passwords may be illegal in many regions.

Conclusion

Using Termux, it is possible to decrypt and retrieve saved WiFi passwords on an Android phone with root access. This method is helpful for recovering forgotten passwords, but it should always be used responsibly. If you do not have root access, co

nsider checking saved passwords in your Google account if sync is enabled.