Reset the password/ factory reset the new iPhone as I forgot Apple Account password?

I helped my friend restore the new iphone from backup of his old iphone by itunes. Then I found out he didn't remember his apple id password. Now, almost app on new iphone require password. Is there any way I can reset the password or reset factory the new iphone?



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iPhone 11, iOS 18

Posted on Dec 24, 2024 3:01 AM

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Posted on Dec 24, 2024 5:59 PM

Activation Lock is intended as a theft deterrent, and is intentionally difficult to bypass.


We can’t help bypass it, and — absent proof of ownership — Apple won’t


You will need to either regain access to the Apple Account, or provide proof of ownership sufficient to convince Apple of your ownership. That’s usually the original purchase receipt from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller.


Without that, recycle the iPhone, as it is not now and will never be useful.





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Dec 24, 2024 5:59 PM in response to hoalq

Activation Lock is intended as a theft deterrent, and is intentionally difficult to bypass.


We can’t help bypass it, and — absent proof of ownership — Apple won’t


You will need to either regain access to the Apple Account, or provide proof of ownership sufficient to convince Apple of your ownership. That’s usually the original purchase receipt from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller.


Without that, recycle the iPhone, as it is not now and will never be useful.





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