​​ ​

The Apple Support Community will permanently close on November 20, 2026. Starting today, the site will no longer accept new posts and is available in a read-only state.


You can continue to find trusted guidance and support on the official Apple Support site. 


We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.


How many attempts to unlock iPhone

How many attempts to unlock iphone


[Re-Titled by Moderator]


Posted on Mar 27, 2022 5:34 AM

Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Mar 27, 2022 5:50 AM

How many attempts to unlock iphone

An iPhone will disable for 1 minute after six failed passcode attempts in a row. The seventh incorrect passcode attempt will lock you out for 5 minutes, the eighth attempt for 15, and the tenth for an hour.



Read again -> Related Article -> If you forgot your iPhone passcode

If you can't complete any of these steps, if you're still prompted for a passcode, or if you need any other assistance, contact Apple Support.

1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Mar 27, 2022 5:50 AM in response to julien10

How many attempts to unlock iphone

An iPhone will disable for 1 minute after six failed passcode attempts in a row. The seventh incorrect passcode attempt will lock you out for 5 minutes, the eighth attempt for 15, and the tenth for an hour.



Read again -> Related Article -> If you forgot your iPhone passcode

If you can't complete any of these steps, if you're still prompted for a passcode, or if you need any other assistance, contact Apple Support.

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

How many attempts to unlock iPhone

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.