How to bypass iPhone security lockout?

My iphone write lockout on security what can I do


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Original Title: iPhone security lockout

Posted on Apr 12, 2026 7:43 AM

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Posted on Apr 12, 2026 8:11 AM

You can't bypass it, what would be the point of having a security lock if it could be bypassed?


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 an 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


If your phone is Activation Locked -

Activation lock is a security protocol that can't be bypassed. Only the person it is locked to can unlock it.

If you bought this from someone and it came locked, try to get your money back, you will never be able to use the phone.


If your phone is Activation Locked - How to remove Activation Lock -

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a used phone -

The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community


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Apr 12, 2026 8:11 AM in response to STWINE_

You can't bypass it, what would be the point of having a security lock if it could be bypassed?


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 an 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


If your phone is Activation Locked -

Activation lock is a security protocol that can't be bypassed. Only the person it is locked to can unlock it.

If you bought this from someone and it came locked, try to get your money back, you will never be able to use the phone.


If your phone is Activation Locked - How to remove Activation Lock -

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a used phone -

The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community


How to bypass iPhone security lockout?

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