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iPhone security lockout

i know my password. my toddler locked me out of my cell using too many wrong passwords. it now says security lockout. How can I put in the correct password without erasing my phone?


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iPhone 13, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 24, 2022 11:16 AM

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Posted on Nov 24, 2022 11:23 AM

Unfortunately, it’s too late for that.


Your only option is to reset the device (completely erasing it) and restoring from a backup.


You WILL need your AppleID credentials.


See:

How to remove your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch passcode without a computer – Apple Support (AU)


Note that if your iOS is earlier than 15.2, you’ll additionally need a cable and computer to follow the steps linked at the bottom of the article.


Going forward, suggest you consider using Guided Access before handing an unlocked iPhone to anyone.


Use Guided Access with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support






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Nov 24, 2022 11:23 AM in response to jackie315

Unfortunately, it’s too late for that.


Your only option is to reset the device (completely erasing it) and restoring from a backup.


You WILL need your AppleID credentials.


See:

How to remove your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch passcode without a computer – Apple Support (AU)


Note that if your iOS is earlier than 15.2, you’ll additionally need a cable and computer to follow the steps linked at the bottom of the article.


Going forward, suggest you consider using Guided Access before handing an unlocked iPhone to anyone.


Use Guided Access with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support






iPhone security lockout

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