iPad locked out due to forgotten passcode

I gave my daughter my old I pad sorry I can't remember the version but its around 6 to 8 years old she can't remember her pass code to get in now it says 7 hours 50 minutes before we can try again, we need help!!!!

iPad (9th generation)

Posted on Sep 10, 2026 1:47 PM

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Posted on Sep 10, 2026 2:35 PM

Thank you for reaching out. 🤗


To unlock an iPad after forgetting the passcode, you need to erase it and restore it.


Use Apple’s official guide: How to reset your iPad and your passcode using your Mac or PC for step‑by‑step instructions.


Learn how to restore your iPad from a backup for step‑by‑step instructions.


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Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian

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Sep 10, 2026 2:35 PM in response to Threenof

Thank you for reaching out. 🤗


To unlock an iPad after forgetting the passcode, you need to erase it and restore it.


Use Apple’s official guide: How to reset your iPad and your passcode using your Mac or PC for step‑by‑step instructions.


Learn how to restore your iPad from a backup for step‑by‑step instructions.


Contact Information:


Additional Support:


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian

Sep 10, 2026 1:58 PM in response to Threenof

For a very old iPad, you will likely need a Mac or PC to reset the Passcode. This support article shows you how and also has a link to do it without a computer for iPads that are capable, although you may need to wait until that time has expired. The time continually increases when a wrong Passcode has been attempted, so continuing to do that just increases how long you would have to wait.

How to reset your iPad and your passcode using your Mac or PC - Apple Support


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