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Forgot restrictions passcode

I forgot my restrictions passcode what should I do?

iPhone 8 Plus, 12

Posted on Apr 22, 2019 2:53 AM

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Posted on Apr 22, 2019 2:55 AM

You will have to erase the device:


If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple Support


You can then restore it from a backup, provided the backup was made before the restrictions code was set.

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