How to Unlock iPhone Without Passcode in 4 Ways
Fourproven ways for you to unlock an iPhone without a passcode.
About Getting into a Locked iPhone Without Password
Apple is known for its reliable data protection measures. If you use a passcode, Touch ID, or Face ID to lock your iPhone, it's impossible for others to get into your locked iPhone without the passcode. That could be great to protect your iOS device from being hacked. But it also meansthat once you forgot your iPhone passcode, you are locked out of your device, too.
"Forgot iPhone passcode" occurs more frequently than you may have expected. That's probably why you are searching for "How to unlock iPhone without passcode" now.If you want to get into a locked iPhone without the passcode, read on and learnfourfeasible ways on how to get it done.
Considering that some of you may encounter the same problem with your iPad, we advise you to apply similar solutions to unlock iPad without passcode.
Notes: To get into a locked iPhone without the password, you have to erase all data and settings on the device so that you can remove the passcode. Thus, the first three methodsbelow will put your iPhone to factory settings. If you have an iTunes or iCloud backup available, you can restore your device from the backup during the setup process.
Option 1. How to Get into Locked iPhone Without Passcode with an iPhone Unlocker
The reason why we put this method in the first place is that this method has many advantages that the following four methods don't have. The most obvious one is its simpleprocessing steps. No special skills are required. With only five simple steps, you can get into a locked iPhone without a hitch. Whether you are using a 4-digit code, 6-digit code, Touch ID, or Face ID, you can use the iPhone unlock software - Qiling MobiUnlock to unlock the iPhone without a passcode.
In addition to getting into a locked iPhone, this iPhone unlocker is also helpful when you need to:
- Fix a disabled iPhone/iPad/iPod touch
- Factory reset an iPad without passcode
- Bypass the iPhone passcode
- Unlock iPad without Apple ID
- Erase/wipe an iPhone without a password
- Fix iPhone stuck on loading circle
To unlock an iPhone without the passcode:
Step 1. Have your iPhone connected to the computerand runQiling MobiUnlock. Select "Unlock Screen Passcode" to proceed.
Step 2. After your device is detected, click "Start" to continue.
Step 3. Verify yourdevice model and download the suitable firmware for your iPhone. If the firmware package has been downloaded, just select it by clicking on the "Select" buttonat the bottom of the screen.
Step 4. After firmware download, click "Unlock." Enter the needed information in the box and click "Unlock" againto regain access to yourlocked iPhone without hassle.
Step 5.Wait for the unlock process to complete. Then, you can set up your iPhone, iPad, iPod.
Option 2. How to Get into Locked iPhone Using Recovery Mode
There is an official solution for you when your forgot the passcode on your iPhone, which is to put your iPhone into the recovery mode and restore your device. Whether you want to break into a locked iPhone or fix a disabled iPhone, follow Apple's guide or the steps below to learn how to erase all data and settings, including the lock screen passcode, on your device. Afterward, you can set up the iPhone again and use it as ususal.
To get into a locked iPhone without the password:
Step 1. Install the latest version of iTunes on your Mac or PC.
Step 2.Connect your iPhone with the computer with a USB cable. (If iTunes opens, close it)
Step 3.On your iPhone, press the Home button until the iTunes icon appears on the screen. (The steps vary depending on your iPhone model)
iPhone models with Face ID: Press and quickly release the "Volume Up" button. Press and quickly release the "Volume Down" button. Press and hold the "Top" button until your device goes into recovery mode.
iPhone with Home button: Press and hold both the "Home" and the "Top" (or Side) buttons at the same time. Keep holding them until you see the recovery-mode screen.
Step 4. Then, open your iTunes on the computer. It will recognize your device and ask you to restore your device.
Step 5. After that, you can set up your iPhone.
Option 3. How to Unlock iPhone Without Passcode via Find My iPhone
Apple's Find My iPhone feature allows users to wipe out everything, including passcode from the iPhone remotely. This could be the easest solution to get into a locked iPhone. But to use this method, you have to make sure:
- You have signed into the locked iPhone with an Apple ID and you still remember it
- You have enabled the Find My iPhone feature on the device
- There is an Internet connection on the iPhone
If you do, follow the steps below to unlock your iPhone without a passcode:
Step 1. Go to iCloud.com on your computer.
Step 2.Log in to iCloud's website using the Apple ID and password you use on the locked iPhone.
Step 3. Choose "Find My"and click on the "All Devices" option to view all the devices linked to your Apple ID.
Step 4. Select the locked iOS device.
Step 5. Then, you will be displayed various options, including "Play Sound". "Lock", and "Erase iPhone."
Step 6. Click on the "Erase iPhone" button to erase the iPhone.
Option 4. Get into Locked iPhone Without Passcode or Computer with Siri
Siri allows you to access your locked iPhone without needing an Apple ID and even, without using a computer. On top of that, it won't erase your existing iPhone data.
But it still has some limits. One is that it only works on devices running iOS 8.0 to iOS 13. Another is that it doesn't always succeed. The process of this option is complex, now you can follow the instructions to do it.
To unlock iPhone without passcode using Siri:
Step 1. Long press your home button to active Siri on your locked iPhone.
Step 2.Ask for the "What's the time now?" Then, Siri will display the local time.
Step 3. Once the clock icon appeared, click it.
Step 4. Then, you will see a menu of the World Clock with some small icons as the following picture shows.
Step 5.Click on the plus sign in the upper right corner.
Step 6. A search box will appear, type any characters in the search box, and 'Select All' these characters.
Step 7. Next, you will be displayed with several options, just tap on "Share" to continue.
Step 8. Select the Message app.
Step 9. A new message window will appear, tap any character in the "To" filed, and tap "return" from your keyboard.
Step 10. Wait for a while and press the Home button, and then your iPhone will be unlocked.
You can also create a voice command on your iPhone, which allows you to use Siri to unlock iPhonewhen you forget the password. The way is different from the one we mentioned above.
The Bottom Line
That's all about how to getinto a locked iPhone without a password. Let us make a brief conclusion.
Qiling MobiUnlockis the quickest way to get into a locked iPhone. And with Siri, you can unlock your iPhone without data loss. Recovery mode is also an effective way, but it will erase your existing data on the iPhone. If you have enabled Find My iPhone on your device, you can also use Find My iPhone feature to access your locked iPhone with ease.
Hope this guide is useful to you.
FAQ
1. Can you access a locked iPhone?
No, you cannot access a locked iPhone unless unlocking it. If you have no idea how to get into a locked iPhone or iPad, you can refer to the approaches introduced in this guide listed above.
2. How do I unlock a locked iPhone to its owner?
When you see the screen showing that your iPhone is locked to the owner, that means the device owner has performed an erase action remotely via iCloud. Under that situation, you have to use Qiling MobiUnlock's Remove Activation Lock feature to get rid of Activation Lock and set that device up.
3. How to get into a locked iPhone without the password without losing data?
I'm sorry to tell you there is no way to get into a locked iPhone without a password or losing data. If you want to keep your data while removing the screen passcode from your device, you can try to ask Apple Support for help.
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