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iPad restore

Is it possible to restore a iPad without a computer?


Posted on Nov 11, 2022 8:05 AM

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Posted on Nov 11, 2022 8:37 AM

If you are still able to access iPad settings - and you have an existing iCloud backup of the iPad - you can reset the iPad and restore from your iCloud backup without the assistance of a computer:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Erase All Content & Settings


After your iPad restarts, you’ll have opportunity to restore directly from your iCloud backup.


Otherwise, these support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad - either from a backup, or to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a backup – Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support


You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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Nov 11, 2022 8:37 AM in response to Tommcl580

If you are still able to access iPad settings - and you have an existing iCloud backup of the iPad - you can reset the iPad and restore from your iCloud backup without the assistance of a computer:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Erase All Content & Settings


After your iPad restarts, you’ll have opportunity to restore directly from your iCloud backup.


Otherwise, these support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad - either from a backup, or to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a backup – Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support


You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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