Q: restore phone

Hello there, lamarrfromlondon.

When you've forgotten your iOS device passcode and would like to restore it, the following Knowledge Base article provides some options for accomplishing that:

Forgot passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple Support

Erase and restore

If you can't remember your passcode, you'll need to erase your device, then use a backup to put your data and settings back on your device.

                                        

		Recovery    Mode
Use these steps if    you've synced your    device with iTunes.	Use these steps if you    have an iCloud account    and have Find My iPhone    turned on.	Use recovery mode if you    can't sync or connect with    iTunes and don't have an    iCloud account.

Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.

Cheers.