How do I recover iCloud password for a second-hand iPhone with bypass?

so i sold my ip xr and i forgot all of my password in my icloud acc and im using a new phone rn and i cant log into my old icloud back i do remember the pass but due to this phone was boughr second hand w bypass i can't log in so how do i get my password back? that i signed in?


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Original Title: icloud password

iPhone XR, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 26, 2026 10:55 PM

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Posted on Feb 26, 2026 11:28 PM

You can reset the Apple Account password. Have a look at this user tip:

Reset Apple Account Password without the … - Apple Community


If this does not work, you will have to use the Account Recovery process, as described here:

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple Account password - Apple Support

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Feb 26, 2026 11:28 PM in response to maythet32

You can reset the Apple Account password. Have a look at this user tip:

Reset Apple Account Password without the … - Apple Community


If this does not work, you will have to use the Account Recovery process, as described here:

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple Account password - Apple Support

Feb 27, 2026 3:31 AM in response to maythet32

On a computer with the Passwords application, you can see your current Apple Account password ( https://discussions.apple.com/thread/256223413 ).


If you are signed into this forum using the same Apple Account then your browser may be configured to automatically enter your password. You should be able to view stored passwords in your browser's preferences/settings.


This Apple article has instructions for what to do if you have forgotten your Apple account password, or the system does not recognize the one you remember —> https://support.apple.com/HT201487 or go directly to this link —> http://iforgot.apple.com/


If you don't receive your verification or reset email, read this Apple Support article: https://support.apple.com/HT201455

"When you make certain updates to your Apple ID, we’ll send you an email to help you complete the update. For example, you might have reset your password, reset your security questions, or added a new email address to your account." Also check your junk mail.


If you find you can’t sign in, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery (read this support article: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT204921 ) to regain access to your account. Account recovery might take a few days or longer, depending on the specific account information you can provide to verify your identity. This is a multi-step process. More detail in —> https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255401538?answerId=260044580022#260044580022 and https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255733423


This page has telephone numbers for contacting Apple for support and service ➞ https://support.apple.com/106932


If you are signed into this forum using the same Apple Account then your browser may be configured to automatically enter your password. You should be able to view stored passwords in your browser's preferences/settings.


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