Facebook has become an indispensable part of our lives. With over 2.9 billion monthly active users, it is the most popular social media platform in the world. People use Facebook to stay connected with friends and family, discover news and trends, join special interest groups, promote businesses, and much more.
Naturally, most active Facebook users access their accounts daily. Logging in frequently can make it easy to forget your password over time. You may also need to reference your current password when logging into Facebook on a new device.
Thankfully, Facebook provides a way to reset your password easily if you forget it. However, you may want to view your existing password instead of changing it right away.
In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll explain how to see your current Facebook password on both iPhone and Android devices without having to reset it.
Here‘s what we‘ll cover:
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Let‘s start with a quick overview of how Facebook‘s password recovery process works, and when viewing your current password can be useful.
How Facebook Password Recovery Works
When you create a Facebook account, you choose a password that is encrypted and securely stored on Facebook‘s servers. For security reasons, Facebook does not allow users to view their actual password from within the app or website.
If you ever forget your password, you can use the “Forgotten password?” link available on the Facebook login page. Tapping this link prompts you to enter the email address or mobile number associated with your Facebook account.
Facebook will then send a password reset link to your email inbox or as a text message to your phone. Clicking the password reset link directs you to a page where you can create and confirm your new Facebook password.
Once you successfully save a new password, your previous password is invalidated by Facebook. Resetting your password via the Facebook website or mobile app is the only way to directly view and change your current login password.
However, many users also have their Facebook password saved by their mobile device‘s password manager. This allows you to view (and copy if needed) your current password instead of resetting it immediately.
Next, let‘s look at some situations where viewing your existing Facebook password can be useful.
When You Might Want to View Your Password
Here are some common reasons why you may want to view your current Facebook password instead of resetting it right away:
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Logging into a new device – You might need to reference your password when accessing Facebook on a new phone, tablet, computer, etc. for the first time.
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Remembering a forgotten password – Viewing your current password can help jog your memory if you‘ve partially forgotten it.
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Checking password strength – You may want to double check that your password is complex enough before changing it.
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Comparing with breached passwords – Viewing your password lets you check if it appears in compromised password lists from data breaches.
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Verifying password syncing – You can validate that your new password synced properly across devices by checking the current one.
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Providing tech support access – You may want to temporarily share your password with a trusted person to help troubleshoot account issues.
While the ability to view your existing Facebook password can be useful, it‘s also important to reset it regularly for security reasons. We‘ll cover password security best practices later in this guide.
Now let‘s look at how to view your current Facebook password on both major mobile platforms – iOS and Android. We‘ll start with the iPhone method.
How to See Your Facebook Password on iPhone
If you own an iPhone or iPad, any passwords you save while using apps and mobile sites are stored directly in your device‘s Settings. Here are the steps to find your Facebook password on iOS:
Access iPhone Settings
First, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad:
- Open it from the home screen by tapping the Settings icon
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Use Spotlight Search – swipe down from the middle of your home screen and search for "Settings"
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Ask Siri to open Settings – say "Hey Siri, open Settings"
You‘ll see the familiar Settings menu with options like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Notifications, and more.
Navigate to Passwords
Next, scroll down and tap on Passwords. This option is found under the Wallet & Apple Pay menu:
The Passwords menu contains all the website and app passwords you have saved on your iPhone.
Unlock Passwords
Before viewing your list of passwords, you‘ll be prompted to verify your identity using either:
- Your 6-digit passcode
- Touch ID fingerprint
- Face ID facial recognition
This ensures only you can access your sensitive password list. Enter your passcode or use Touch/Face ID when prompted.
Find and View Facebook Password
You‘ll now see an alphabetical list of all your saved website and app passwords. To find your Facebook login details:
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Scroll down and look for an entry named facebook.com
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Or tap the search bar at the top and search for "Facebook"
Tap the facebook.com entry to view your saved Facebook email/username and password.
You can tap the password field itself to copy it to your clipboard if needed.
And that‘s it! By following these steps, you can view your current Facebook password on any iPhone model running iOS 12 or higher.
Now let‘s look at how to find your existing Facebook password if you use an Android device.
How to See Your Facebook Password on Android
On Android phones and tablets, saved passwords are managed through your Google Account profile. Here are the steps to view your Facebook password on Android:
Open Android Settings
First, open the Settings app on your Android device:
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Tap the Settings icon on your home screen
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Swipe down from the top and search for "Settings"
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Say "Okay Google, open Settings" if you have Voice Match enabled
Go to Google Account
In Settings, tap on Accounts. Then tap on your Google Account.
For most Android users, your Google Account will be the first one listed under Accounts.
If you have multiple Google Accounts added, tap on the primary one you use with your Android device.
Tap Password Manager
On your Google Account screen, tap on Security in the left menu. Then scroll down and select Password Manager.
This contains your saved website and app passwords synced across devices.
Unlock and View Passwords
Before viewing your full password list, you‘ll need to verify your identity using:
- Your device PIN
- Password
- Pattern
- Fingerprint scanner
After unlocking, you‘ll see your saved website and app passwords.
Locate Facebook Login
To find your Facebook password, locate and tap the Facebook entry in the password list.
Your Facebook email/username and password will be revealed. You can tap the eye icon to copy the password text if needed.
And that‘s all it takes to view your current Facebook password on any Android device!
Now that we‘ve covered how to find your existing Facebook password on mobile, let‘s discuss what to do if your password wasn‘t saved.
What If Your Password Isn‘t Saved?
If your current Facebook password doesn‘t show up when you check your device password manager, here are some potential reasons why:
- You‘re logged out of the Facebook mobile app, so your login details were never saved.
- You have auto password saving disabled in your browser or device settings.
- You intentionally deleted your individual Facebook password from your password manager.
- You‘re using a very old mobile device that doesn‘t support saved passwords.
According to a recent LastPass study, 48% of people manually disable the ability to save passwords on websites. This prioritizes security over convenience.
If you have password saving intentionally disabled, or if your Facebook password was deleted from your password manager, you won‘t be able to view your current password.
Your only option is to reset your Facebook password via the Facebook website or mobile app. The process is straightforward:
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Tap Forgotten password? on the Facebook login page.
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Enter your email or mobile number when prompted.
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Open the password reset link sent to your email/device.
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Create and confirm your new password on the reset page.
Once you reset your password, your previous password will no longer work.
Now let‘s go over some security best practices around when and why you should actively reset your Facebook password periodically.
When Should You Reset Your Facebook Password?
While viewing your existing password can be helpful in certain situations, it‘s still good practice to periodically reset your Facebook password as a security precaution.
Here are some common cases where resetting your Facebook password is recommended:
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You haven‘t changed it in 6+ months – Facebook recommends changing your password every few months as a precaution.
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You suspect it was compromised – If you have any suspicion your password leaked, change it right away.
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You notice strange account activity – Unexplained posts, messages, or friend requests could indicate your account was hacked.
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You use the same password elsewhere – Having a unique password for every account reduces risks if one password is compromised.
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You‘re setting up a new device – Create a fresh, device-specific password that you‘ll easily remember.
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You forgot your current password – Resetting is the only way to set a new password you can access.
According to Facebook‘s security tips, using a strong, unique password is one of the best ways to secure your Facebook account. Resetting your password regularly can help boost safety.
Let‘s look at some other Facebook password security best practices next.
Facebook Password Security Tips
Here are some expert tips for keeping your Facebook password as safe as possible:
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Make it long and complex – Use at least 12 characters, with upper/lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid common words.
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Don‘t reuse passwords – Your Facebook password should be unique and not used on any other accounts.
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Turn on login approvals – Adding two-factor authentication requires approving logins with a code from your mobile device.
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Change it every 6 months – Regularly changing your password helps protect against potential breaches.
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Check where you‘re logged in – Review currently logged in sessions under Settings > Security and log out of suspicious ones.
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Clear saved passwords after use – Don‘t allow your Facebook password to remain stored on untrusted public computers.
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Use a password manager – Password managers like LastPass and 1Password can generate and autofill strong, unique passwords for every website.
Taking steps to protect your Facebook password will help keep your account secure over the long term.
Closing Thoughts
Your Facebook password is the key to accessing your private account data and posts. While the ability to view your current password can be handy, it‘s also crucial to reset it regularly for safety.
Here are some key takeaways:
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You can view your existing Facebook password on iPhone by going to Settings > Passwords > facebook.com after unlocking.
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On Android, access your Facebook password by opening your Google Account settings and tapping Password Manager > Facebook.
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If your password isn‘t saved on your device, use Facebook‘s password reset option to create a new one.
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Change your Facebook password every 6 months minimum, and immediately if you suspect it was compromised.
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Enable two-factor authentication and use a unique, complex password for enhanced Facebook security.
Hopefully this guide has shown you how to safely view and manage your Facebook password. Let me know if you have any other questions!
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