How do I unlock my iPhone if it doesn’t recognize passcode?

i fell asleep watching my phone and now im locked out of it . it doesnt recognize my passcode what do i do i dont want to lose all my stuff in my phone



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iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 16

Posted on Feb 6, 2025 7:57 AM

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Posted on Feb 6, 2025 9:26 AM

Sorry but if your passcode isn't working you have no choice but to reset your phone. Hopefully you made backups you can restore from.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

If you see a iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support


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Feb 6, 2025 9:26 AM in response to liz269

Sorry but if your passcode isn't working you have no choice but to reset your phone. Hopefully you made backups you can restore from.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

If you see a iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support


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