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How to Reset An iPhone Without the Password or a MacBook

Cant get into my iPhone SE and I'd like to know how to reset it without having the password.

Please help.

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 11, 2023 4:50 PM

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Posted on Jun 11, 2023 5:12 PM

To get your Apple ID password, you can follow this link:

If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support


Two options you may be able to use are:

  • Using the Apple Support App on a borrowed device
  • Reset using the web option.
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Jun 11, 2023 4:54 PM in response to RadiationGhostie

You can’t. You need your Apple ID password.


If your device has iOS 15.2 or later installed, you can reset it without a computer; check out this link→How to reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when you forgot your passcode - Apple Support. Otherwise you will need a computer:

See this Apple support link→If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support

Or watch this companion video ⬇️



After restoring the phone using one of the methods above you can restore your most recent backup.


How to Reset An iPhone Without the Password or a MacBook

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