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How do I restore my iPad from backup when I forgot Apple ID password?
iPad Pro 10.5-inch, Wi-Fi
How do I restore my iPad from backup when I forgot Apple ID password?
iPad Pro 10.5-inch, Wi-Fi
Maltman12 Said:
"Restore from backup: It’s my original Apple ID. I created this one to get in these forums"
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Apple ID and Password:
Well, the Apple ID would be an eMail address. So, if you've had any previous eMail addresses, it would be one of those.
Using another device, perform the resets....
Log In Correctly:
then...
Reset the Password:
Maltman12 Said:
"Restore from backup: How do I restore my iPad from backup when I forgot Apple ID password?"
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Use these Forums' Credentials:
You are able to log in to these forums just fine. So, the password would be no different, given it is the same account.
It’s my original Apple ID. I created this one to get in these forums
Maltman12 Said:
"Restore from backup: It’s my original Apple ID. I created this one to get in these forums"
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Apple ID and Password:
Well, the Apple ID would be an eMail address. So, if you've had any previous eMail addresses, it would be one of those.
Using another device, perform the resets....
Log In Correctly:
then...
Reset the Password:
Is the iPad disabled, or Activation Locked?
Activation Lock
Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the only mechanisms by which it can be turned off:
Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support
As you will discover, unless you are the owner of the AppleID that was last used to activate the device, or unless you can secure the cooperation of the previous owner, you’ll not be able to defeat or bypass the Activation Lock. Without documentary evidence that you are the original owner (such as sales receipt showing the serial number), Apple won’t assist - and nobody here will be able to help you.
Disabled
If your iPad is disabled, or you have forgotten your iPad passcode, you’ll need to follow this process:
If you’ve forgotten the passcode on your iPad, or your iPad is disabled – Apple Support
You’ll need access to either a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS).
AppleID
You’ll need the AppleID and associated password. For which you’ll need the owner to assist. If these credentials have also been forgotten, they can be recovered by the owner here:
To recover your credentials, you’ll need access to one of the following:
Unless you AppleID account has not been fully/correctly configured, or has been seriously neglected, recovery of the AppleID and password should not be difficult.
More information about recovery of your AppleID:
If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support
More information about recovery of your AppleID password:
If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support
When you recover access to your credentials, you would be well advised to log-in to your AppleID account from a web browser - and verify/update any email addresses and trusted telephone numbers:
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