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my passcode changed on its own

Hello,

I set up a 4 digit code on my phone, previous to that I had installed a replacement screen for my XS phone, all of the sudden my 4 digit code does not work! it's a code I've used for many many years! it's a number I can't forget, something weird is happening, could I have been hacked by that replacement screen and could they somehow replace my passcode?

iPhone XS Max, iOS 15

Posted on Feb 12, 2022 8:48 PM

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Posted on Feb 12, 2022 10:14 PM

No one can change your passcode unless they know what old passcode you were using.

You can unlock your phone through the following link:

If your iPhone or iPad has iOS 15.2 or later installed, see: How to reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when you forgot your passcode - Apple Support


If that option is not available, you will need to use a computer. See: If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support

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Feb 12, 2022 10:14 PM in response to Qjuantum_1

No one can change your passcode unless they know what old passcode you were using.

You can unlock your phone through the following link:

If your iPhone or iPad has iOS 15.2 or later installed, see: How to reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when you forgot your passcode - Apple Support


If that option is not available, you will need to use a computer. See: If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support

my passcode changed on its own

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