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I have an iphone 12 max pro and forgot my passcode, how do I unlock my phone

I had to change my passcode today but completely blanking on what I changed it to and now my phone is locked. I don't want to factory reset. Please help

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 26, 2023 9:05 PM

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Posted on Sep 26, 2023 9:16 PM

Sorry, if you can't remember it, a reset is the only way to unlock it.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

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


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support


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Sep 26, 2023 9:16 PM in response to Stephtar

Sorry, if you can't remember it, a reset is the only way to unlock it.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

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


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support


I have an iphone 12 max pro and forgot my passcode, how do I unlock my phone

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