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Apple ID

I have just got a new phone and transferred all settings from my old one except I have forgotten my Apple ID password. I have requested a reset using my wife’s number as recovery (for a pass code) this was over 24 hrs ago. Is there a way to reset instantly as I still have not had a recovery / reset email so unable to use my new phone for some features?

iPhone 11

Posted on Sep 3, 2020 1:52 PM

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Posted on Sep 3, 2020 1:58 PM

The Recovery Process is an automated process and the length of time it takes can vary a lot. Apple ID Support can only answer your questions. They can't intervene in or speed up the process. The article below has some suggestions to shorten the the time the process takes.


Apple ID - Recover your Apple ID with two-factor authentication account recovery.   


The only way to reset it instantly is to remember the password and sign into your Apple ID.

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Sep 3, 2020 1:58 PM in response to RichPidge

The Recovery Process is an automated process and the length of time it takes can vary a lot. Apple ID Support can only answer your questions. They can't intervene in or speed up the process. The article below has some suggestions to shorten the the time the process takes.


Apple ID - Recover your Apple ID with two-factor authentication account recovery.   


The only way to reset it instantly is to remember the password and sign into your Apple ID.

Apple ID

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