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Is there a way to turn off guided access without the side button?

Is there a way to turn off guided access without the side button?

I accidentally activated guided access on my phone - usually I would triple click the side button to turn it off, but my side button is broken after I dropped my phone a few weeks ago. I am stuck in whatsapp with 99% of the screen "locked" from the guided access being on. I can't work out how to turn off guided access, and I can't just reboot my phone as the side button is broken, and the screen is locked - HELP!


iPhone 12

Posted on Feb 9, 2026 3:20 AM

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Feb 9, 2026 10:55 AM in response to sbobo123

From: Student getting around guided access - Apple Community


Devices without a physical Home Button

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For iPad’s without a physical Home button


Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.

Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.

Press and hold the top button.

When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.


After restart:

Settings > Accessibility > Guided Access > Guided Access - turn off Guided Access.


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