Sharing your Wi-Fi password with guests should be simple, whether you’re in a Notting Hill townhouse or a Croydon home office. But between Apple’s security features and London’s unique network challenges (we’re looking at you, thick Victorian walls!), it’s easy to hit snags. Here’s how to do it right.

Key Takeaways

  • You can share your Wi-Fi password directly from your iPhone.
  • Ensure both devices have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on.
  • Use the Passwords app or a direct share method.

Using iPhone Wi-Fi using the Passwords App

You’ll want to use the Passwords app on your iPhone. Here’s how you can access Password App:

  1. Check Your iOS Version: Make sure your iPhone is running iOS 18 or later.
  2. Friend’s Device: Your friend should have a device that can scan QR codes. This includes iPhones, iPads, and even some Android devices.
  3. Open the Passwords App: On your iPhone, go to the Passwords app.
  4. Select Wi-Fi: Tap on Wi-Fi and find your network in the list.
  5. Show Network QR Code: Tap on Show Network QR Code.
  6. Scan the QR Code: Have your friend open their camera and point it at the QR code. When the link appears, they should tap it to join your Wi-Fi.

Directly Sharing Your Wi-Fi Password

If you prefer to share your password directly, follow these steps:

  1. Turn On Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Make sure both you and your friend have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. If either of you has a personal hotspot enabled, turn it off.
  2. Save Each Other’s Contacts: You need to have each other’s Apple account email addresses saved in your contacts.
  3. Friend Joins Wi-Fi: Have your friend go to Settings on their iPhone, tap Wi-Fi, and select your network.
  4. Receive Notification: When you get a notification on your iPhone asking if you want to share your password, just tap Share Password.
  5. Connection Established: Your friend will be connected to your Wi-Fi immediately.
Iphone WiFi Share

Final Thoughts:

We’ve all been there – you’re trying to share Wi-Fi from your iPhone, but your friend’s tablet just won’t connect. Maybe it’s because your new router uses modern WPA3 security while their device only understands WPA2. Or perhaps your thick Victorian walls (beautiful as they are) turn your garden office into a digital dead zone.

Our London tech team lives for these puzzles:

Common Wi-Fi Fixes We Provide:

✓ Wi-Fi Router channel and protocol reconcile 
“Why can’t my smart fridge connect?”
We reconcile security protocols so your WPA3 router plays nice with older phones/printers

✓ Office Network Connectivity issues 
“The intern’s laptop won’t join our Wi-Fi!”
Create secure yet accessible networks that balance staff devices and guest access

✓ Signal interference
“My Zoom calls drop when I’m in the loft conversion.”

We can help you Install discreet boosters that reach the following:

  • Garden studios
  • Top-floor bedrooms
  • Heritage properties (no drilling period features!)

Why It Works:

  1. We send Apple-specialised engineers (no generic “IT guys”)
  2. Book morning slots, get help by the afternoon
  3. No jargon – we explain fixes in plain English

Stop Battling Your Wi-Fi
“Nomi had us connected to our shed office before lunch!” – Sarah, Islington”