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Q: Forgot passcode to Apple TV

I Forgot my passcode on my 4th generation Apple TV how can I reset it without having to erase everthing?

iPhone 4S, iOS 5

Posted on Jun 13, 2016 2:37 PM

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Q: Forgot passcode to Apple TV

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  • by Rysz,

    Rysz Rysz Jun 13, 2016 2:50 PM in response to 4kids4me
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    Jun 13, 2016 2:50 PM in response to 4kids4me

    Apple TV does not require a Passcode. You do need a Passcode to access a service such as AirPlay and you do need a Password to your Apple ID to access iTunes, Stores and iCloud Photo Library.

     

    ATV 4 is a streaming device. It has very little stored on it, so erasing it should not be a big problem.

     

    Otherwise, provide us with more detailed information so that we might be of more help.

  • by Winston Churchill,

    Winston Churchill Winston Churchill Jun 13, 2016 2:45 PM in response to 4kids4me
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    Jun 13, 2016 2:45 PM in response to 4kids4me

    Which passcode do you mean. If you mean the one for AirPlay, just disable AirPlay passcode and then enable it again.

  • by Diana.McCall,

    Diana.McCall Diana.McCall Jun 13, 2016 4:21 PM in response to 4kids4me
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    Jun 13, 2016 4:21 PM in response to 4kids4me

    Do you mean the passcode for parental control? If so, you may have to reset ATV and re-enter your information.