Windows 11 is now able to share stored Wi-Fi passwords using QR Codes, a feature added to the beta version of Windows 11 on the Dev channel of the Windows Insider program, similar to Android. This new feature can be useful for providing quick internet access to event attendees.
Windows 11 is experimenting with sharing Wi-Fi passwords through QR codes.
In Windows 11 build 25977 from the Dev channel, you can now choose a Wi-Fi network in settings and generate a QR Code. This allows users to easily connect by scanning the code with a camera app on their Android or iPhone, including support for mobile hotspots as well.
There are alternative methods for obtaining the password for sharing, but they involve more effort. One option is to access the Settings or Control Panel application to locate the saved passwords for sharing.
Introduction and release dates
It is anticipated that the upcoming Windows 11 23H2 update, expected at the end of October as an optional update and at the start of November during “Patch Tuesday,” will include a feature that prevents the sharing of saved Wi-Fi passwords.
Windows Insider information
Microsoft offers early versions of Windows known as “Insider Preview” through different channels within the Windows Insider program, each serving a specific function. These channels include Canary, Dev, Beta, and Release Preview.