Apple Watch password lock issue without reset option on iPhone

Apple watch says correct password is incorrect. I’d tried a couple of times and each time it tells me to wait longer. I read about this issue being discussed last year. Has the same bug bitten us again?

Only Apple Watch is affected and the watch app on my iPhone doesn’t have a reset password option.



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Apple Watch SE, watchOS 11

Posted on Jun 12, 2025 12:22 PM

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Posted on Jun 12, 2025 11:25 PM

You will have to erase the watch and set it up again.

Have a look at the related article:

If you forget your Apple Watch passcode - Apple Support


But, you can restore your data by choosing the latest available backup during the setup process.

Restore Apple Watch from a backup - Apple Support

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Apple Watch password lock issue without reset option on iPhone

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