Forgot Apple ID and passcode.
What can I do if I forgot my Apple ID and my password if I haven't used my phone in a long time?
iPhone SE (3rd generation)
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You can continue to find trusted guidance and support on the official Apple Support site.
We want to thank the community members who have contributed their time and expertise to help others with their Apple products.
What can I do if I forgot my Apple ID and my password if I haven't used my phone in a long time?
iPhone SE (3rd generation)
To attempt to find your Apple ID email, Apple provides this Support Article:
If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support
Since most users only have a limited number of email addresses that they would use for the Apple ID, you may be able to sign into your email provider online for alternate email addresses or past emails showing the Apple ID used.
For resetting Password:
If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support
If you have the original receipt from Apple showing your name and serial number of the device, you can provide that information to Apple using this support article to remove the activation lock.
To attempt to find your Apple ID email, Apple provides this Support Article:
If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support
Since most users only have a limited number of email addresses that they would use for the Apple ID, you may be able to sign into your email provider online for alternate email addresses or past emails showing the Apple ID used.
For resetting Password:
If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support
If you have the original receipt from Apple showing your name and serial number of the device, you can provide that information to Apple using this support article to remove the activation lock.
Forgot Apple ID and passcode.