forgot iphone passcode

Hi!

Here to help.

That's terrible!

Bad news, I'm afraid. The only way to clear the code, is to erase the phone completely.

If you do not erase, you can not access the data.

If you erase, you can also not access that data.

There are special companies, specialized in data-recovery; keep in mind: those come with a price.

Hard drive data recovery and warranty implications - Apple Support (KW)

If you decide to E&I (erase and install> restore iPhone), then, here, is the solution:

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support

AppleCare can assist you with the restore-process, if needed.

Kind regards,

RRD

The only way to unlock your iPhone is -> follow the steps described in the Apple article:

(< iOS 15.2) -> If you forgot your iPhone passcode

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support

• If you don't have a computer and you can't borrow one, you need to go to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider for help.

(iOS 15.2 and newer) you don’t need to have a computer -> If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen

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