How do I reset my watch after too many passcode attempts?

Won’t let me reset when I try on the app on my iPhone and i don’t know what to actually reset so I don’t go to factory

Posted on Jan 24, 2018 2:18 PM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2018 4:55 PM

Hi


Follow these steps to erase your locked Apple Watch and re-pair it with your iPhone:


  • Connect the Apple Watch to its charging cable, connected to power.
  • Whilst keeping the Apple Watch on the charger and connected to power:
    • Press and hold the side button until you see the Power Off slider.
    • Press firmly on Power Off (do not try to slide it - just press down more firmly than a normal tap), release your finger and then tap on Erase all content and settings and confirm.
  • Re-pair your Apple Watch using the Watch app on your iPhone, choosing to Restore from Backup if offered the option.


More information:

Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support

If you forgot the passcode for your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Jan 24, 2018 4:55 PM in response to robby260

Hi


Follow these steps to erase your locked Apple Watch and re-pair it with your iPhone:


  • Connect the Apple Watch to its charging cable, connected to power.
  • Whilst keeping the Apple Watch on the charger and connected to power:
    • Press and hold the side button until you see the Power Off slider.
    • Press firmly on Power Off (do not try to slide it - just press down more firmly than a normal tap), release your finger and then tap on Erase all content and settings and confirm.
  • Re-pair your Apple Watch using the Watch app on your iPhone, choosing to Restore from Backup if offered the option.


More information:

Set up your Apple Watch - Apple Support

If you forgot the passcode for your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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