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How can I unlock my iPhone if I forgot the passcode but don’t want to recover it bc it’s not backed up fully

My iPhone hasn’t been backed up in awhile bc my storage is full so I don’t want to erase my phone by putting it in recovery mode. Is there another way to figure out my passcode? Please help 

iPhone 11

Posted on Feb 2, 2023 7:49 AM

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Posted on Feb 2, 2023 8:20 AM

If you have forgotten the passcode there is no option to unlock it that doesn't erase it.


There is an Apple article that explains what to do if you have forgotten an iPhone or iPad passcode. Click on the following link: If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - 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 2, 2023 8:20 AM in response to I_wonder1973

If you have forgotten the passcode there is no option to unlock it that doesn't erase it.


There is an Apple article that explains what to do if you have forgotten an iPhone or iPad passcode. Click on the following link: If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


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



How can I unlock my iPhone if I forgot the passcode but don’t want to recover it bc it’s not backed up fully

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