How to unlock Apple Watch when password is forgotten?
Forgot passcode
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Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 8
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Forgot passcode
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Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 8
How to reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode:
NOTE — Erasing all content and settings erases all media, data, and settings from your Apple Watch, but it does not remove Activation Lock. To remove Activation Lock, unpair the watch first. Before your watch is erased, a backup of its contents is created on your iPhone.
Need more help?
Click ▶︎ Apple Watch User Guide. 📖
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
How to reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode:
NOTE — Erasing all content and settings erases all media, data, and settings from your Apple Watch, but it does not remove Activation Lock. To remove Activation Lock, unpair the watch first. Before your watch is erased, a backup of its contents is created on your iPhone.
Need more help?
Click ▶︎ Apple Watch User Guide. 📖
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
If you forgot the passcode to your Apple Watch, you'll need to reset the watch and set it up again.
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How to unlock Apple Watch when password is forgotten?