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How do I get into my iPad if I forgot the password and do not have a computer

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Posted on Jun 6, 2023 2:31 PM

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Posted on Jun 6, 2023 2:37 PM

There is an Apple article that explains what to do if you have forgotten an iPhone or iPad passcode. Click on the following link: If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


If that option is not available, you will need to use a computer. See: If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support


For information about unlocking when a passcode is forgotten and you don't have a computer, see the following from: If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support

If you don't have a computer and you can't borrow one, you need to go to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider for help.





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Jun 6, 2023 2:37 PM in response to LizadCutler

There is an Apple article that explains what to do if you have forgotten an iPhone or iPad passcode. Click on the following link: If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


If that option is not available, you will need to use a computer. See: If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support


For information about unlocking when a passcode is forgotten and you don't have a computer, see the following from: If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support

If you don't have a computer and you can't borrow one, you need to go to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider for help.





Jun 6, 2023 3:00 PM in response to LizadCutler

Would this be a forgotten iPad Passcode, or your AppleID Password?


A forgotten or unknown iPhone/iPad passcode cannot be recovered - and neither can it be reset or modified from another device.


You may find this support page to be helpful:

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support



iOS/iPadOS 15.2 or later with a forgotten Passcode


Apple has introduced a new procedure with which to reset an iPad or iPhone with a forgotten Passcode - allowing you to use your AppleID and associated Password to reset your device.

How to reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when you forgot your passcode - Apple Support


You will be able to restore data from a pre-existing iCloud backup without the use of a computer, but will require a PC/Mac to restore data from an iTunes backup.



iPadOS 15.1 and earlier - and all devices that are Disabled



If your iPhone/iPad indicates that it is disabled/unavailable/locked-out, or you have forgotten your iPad passcode, you have no alternative other than to follow this process:

If you’ve forgotten the passcode on your iPad, or your iPad is disabled – Apple Support


You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support


Use of a PC or Mac is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store will be delighted to assist:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple



AppleID


You may also need your AppleID and associated password. If these have also been forgotten, they can be recovered here:

https://iforgot.apple.com


To recover your credentials, you’ll need access to one of the following:

  • Your primary email address mailbox that corresponds with your AppleID
  • Any of the secondary/recovery email addresses that should be configured for your AppleID account
  • Any of the trusted telephone numbers (fixed line or Cellular/Mobile) that are associated with your AppleID


More information about recovery of your AppleID and associated Password:

If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support

If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support



Jun 6, 2023 2:38 PM in response to LizadCutler

You may be able to unlock the iPad without a computer if you meet the requirements in here.

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


If not, you will need to use a computer. You can ask for help at an Apple Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Center. If you know someone who has a computer running iTunes, you can borrow theirs as well.

How do I get into my iPad if I forgot the password and do not have a computer

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