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Generate recovery key

How do I generate a 28 character recovery key?

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

Posted on Jul 17, 2023 7:48 PM

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Libby101a
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Posted on Jul 17, 2023 7:58 PM

  1. Go to Settings > [your name] > Password & Security. You might need to enter your Apple ID password.
  2. Tap Recovery Key.
  3. Slide to turn on Recovery Key.
  4. Tap Use Recovery Key and enter your device passcode.
  5. Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
  6. Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.


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User profile for user: Libby101a
Libby101a
User level: Level 4
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Jul 17, 2023 7:58 PM in response to renley

  1. Go to Settings > [your name] > Password & Security. You might need to enter your Apple ID password.
  2. Tap Recovery Key.
  3. Slide to turn on Recovery Key.
  4. Tap Use Recovery Key and enter your device passcode.
  5. Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
  6. Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.


How to generate a recovery key - Apple Support


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