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How do you reset iPad if you’ve forgotten password

How do you reset iPad to factory settings without password

Posted on Sep 16, 2023 10:57 AM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2023 11:08 AM

There's a difference between between a passCODE which is a four or six digit code used to unlock a mobile device after you turn it on, and a passWORD which is what is used to log into your Apple ID account which may be required in resetting a forgotten passCODE. I am not clear as to which you are referring.


Read the Apple Support document for what to do if you forgot the passCODE on an iPhone or iPad. Click here then select your device type if necessary --> If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support - Which one you can use depends upon your equipment configuration.

Also:

If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support


Read this support article for what to do if you forgot your Apple ID passWORD - If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support

or go directly to this link --> http://iforgot.apple.com/

If you still need help:

Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues." - Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support


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Sep 16, 2023 11:08 AM in response to Peanuts248

There's a difference between between a passCODE which is a four or six digit code used to unlock a mobile device after you turn it on, and a passWORD which is what is used to log into your Apple ID account which may be required in resetting a forgotten passCODE. I am not clear as to which you are referring.


Read the Apple Support document for what to do if you forgot the passCODE on an iPhone or iPad. Click here then select your device type if necessary --> If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support - Which one you can use depends upon your equipment configuration.

Also:

If you forgot your iPad passcode - Apple Support


Read this support article for what to do if you forgot your Apple ID passWORD - If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support

or go directly to this link --> http://iforgot.apple.com/

If you still need help:

Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues." - Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support


How do you reset iPad if you’ve forgotten password

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