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I cannot remember by password to restore Apple Watch so can connect to new phone

Posted on Mar 21, 2023 2:32 AM

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Posted on Mar 22, 2023 10:04 AM

Hi Nicole_123_,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We underhand that you've forgotten a password for your Apple Watch.


Are you referring to the Apple Watch passcode? If so, this resource will show you how to reset your Apple Watch: 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 the power button in the upper-right corner of the display.
  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."


If you've forgotten your Apple ID password, you can reset your Apple ID password as outlined here: If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support


Take care!


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Mar 22, 2023 10:04 AM in response to Nicole_123_

Hi Nicole_123_,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We underhand that you've forgotten a password for your Apple Watch.


Are you referring to the Apple Watch passcode? If so, this resource will show you how to reset your Apple Watch: 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 the power button in the upper-right corner of the display.
  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."


If you've forgotten your Apple ID password, you can reset your Apple ID password as outlined here: If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support


Take care!


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