Forgot Passcode

Hello, I forgot my passcode (because i use my fingerprint). Is there a way to recover my cell WITHOUT losing the data? I don´t have a backup :( Please help, i´m desperate. Thanks.

iPhone 8 Plus

Posted on Mar 26, 2023 12:16 PM

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Posted on Mar 26, 2023 12:32 PM

You might normally use your fingerprint, but iOS will still require you to enter the passcode at least weekly - if not more often.


If you don’t have a backup, all of your phone’s onboard data will be lost during the phone’s reset.


With any luck, you might have had iCloud syncing “on” and/or iCloud backups “enabled.”🤞


Regardless, see:


If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


If you’re running an iOS prior to 15.2, follow the instructions linked near the bottom of the article.




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Mar 26, 2023 12:32 PM in response to SueYingWG

You might normally use your fingerprint, but iOS will still require you to enter the passcode at least weekly - if not more often.


If you don’t have a backup, all of your phone’s onboard data will be lost during the phone’s reset.


With any luck, you might have had iCloud syncing “on” and/or iCloud backups “enabled.”🤞


Regardless, see:


If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


If you’re running an iOS prior to 15.2, follow the instructions linked near the bottom of the article.




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