Locked out of Apple watch

My Apple Watch is requiring an update but I cannot remember my passcode so I’m locked out? Any suggestions?

Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 7

Posted on Oct 19, 2022 1:03 PM

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Posted on Oct 21, 2022 1:44 PM

Hi Hattiiiiii,


You can reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode by completing the steps listed here: If you forgot your Apple Watch passcode - Apple Support


How to reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode

  1. "Put your watch on its charger and keep it there until you complete these steps.
  2. Press and hold the side button until you see Power Off.
  3. Press and hold the Digital Crown until you see Erase all content and settings.
  4. Tap Reset, then tap Reset again to confirm.
  5. Wait for the process to finish, then set up your Apple Watch again. When asked, restore from a backup."


Best regards

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Oct 21, 2022 1:44 PM in response to Hattiiiiii

Hi Hattiiiiii,


You can reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode by completing the steps listed here: If you forgot your Apple Watch passcode - Apple Support


How to reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode

  1. "Put your watch on its charger and keep it there until you complete these steps.
  2. Press and hold the side button until you see Power Off.
  3. Press and hold the Digital Crown until you see Erase all content and settings.
  4. Tap Reset, then tap Reset again to confirm.
  5. Wait for the process to finish, then set up your Apple Watch again. When asked, restore from a backup."


Best regards

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