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How do I restore an iPhone 5 that I can’t remember the passcode and I sold the computer it was set up on as well as the iTunes account has had several iPhones connected since the 5.

I need to restore my iPhone 5 to use as a spare phone but my son, years ago used it and put a passcode on it and now I can’t get into it. Help.

iPhone 5

Posted on Feb 26, 2021 10:29 AM

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Posted on Feb 26, 2021 10:50 AM

You need a computer and it will wipe the phone

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

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How to re your iPhone if you forgot your passcode - Apple Support


If you don’t know the appleID and password it was activated with you will find it impossible to reactivate it when you need to.

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How do I restore an iPhone 5 that I can’t remember the passcode and I sold the computer it was set up on as well as the iTunes account has had several iPhones connected since the 5.

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