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My passcode keeps not working on my iPhone and locks me out

Passcode continues to not work when entered and locks me out

iPhone XR, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 27, 2022 3:08 AM

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LD150

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Posted on Aug 27, 2022 3:14 AM

Turn off Raise to Wake in Settings, Display & Brightness and turn off Tap to Wake in Settings, Accessibility, Touch to prevent it opening in your pocket or purse

You can sometimes remedy this without a computer if on iOS 15.2 or later by tapping on "erase iPhone" , but you will still need the Apple ID password. It will WIPE the phone, no choice!

How to remove your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch passcode without a computer - Apple Support

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https://youtu.be/7s8-zLG9ySQ

ios 15.1 and earlier:

If you've forgotten your iPhone passcode – Apple Support (UK)

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