The only reason this won’t work is if you have 2FA set up and can’t receive the code to your phone number on file or another apple device with your appleID on it. This method will also work if you cannot access the phone, even if it’s not with you. If you don’t have your phone with you, but it’s still connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data, you can perform the reset remotely. Here, tap Restore from iTunes Backup.Īlternative Method: Factory Reset Remotely using iCloud

In the process of restoring your iOS device, you’ll reach the Set Up screen.

Select your device in iTunes and pick the most relevant backup according to date and size.

When the sync and backup are completed, click Restore iPhone (or relevant device).

Wait for iTunes to sync your device and make a backup.If this doesn’t work, resort to recovery mode. Connect your device to the computer you sync with, and open iTunes, if you’re asked for a passcode, try another computer you’ve synced with.If you’ve previously synced your device with iTunes, you can erase your device and its passcode on the software. Alternative Method: Reset Your Passcode using iTunes

Iphone passcode reset screen