Users of popular smartphones from Apple often put a password on the gadget to increase the security of the mobile device and avoid trouble - theft, loss of the smartphone, or simply to protect their own data from people who can get into the phone.

Even though the password consists of only a few numbers, it is often forgotten. In this case, the problem of unlocking the iPhone (4, 4s, 5, 5s, 6, 6 plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, X) becomes relevant, since ordinary user hardly figure out how to remove the lock yourself. Of course, it is possible, but you must follow the instructions below.

Types of blocking

It should be noted right away that the expression “unlocking” an Apple smartphone can be used in different situations, and each of them differs in its context. So, there are several types of smartphone lock:

• The user may simply have forgotten the numbered password and need to reset the password to gain access to the phone;
• Blocking a specific communication provider;
• Blocking via iCloud.

It must be borne in mind that, despite the same word denoting the situation, they have nothing in common with each other. Therefore, for each of the problems it is important to apply its own algorithm of actions, which was compiled by specialists.

Unlock with iTunes

To restore access to your smartphone, you must have at hand Personal Computer and iTunes, which is part of Apple's gadget software. Yes, it was created for storing and playing music tracks, but it is extremely useful for unlocking a smartphone.

Let's move on to the next method.

How to unlock via iCloud

Unlocking an iPhone through the iCloud service is a method similar to the previous one, but with a slightly different algorithm. This path is only suitable for those users who, during the use of a mobile device, had the Find My iPhone function connected. Without it, it remains only to return to the previous method and try it.

If the option was connected, then everything turns out to be even simpler. In an Internet browser opened on a computer, just go to the page iCloud service and log in with your details. After that, you will need to use the search function for a mobile gadget, and the system will almost instantly detect it. After that, the "Erase iPhone" item will appear, which will unlock the system. Again, all data, photos and other information will be erased from the smartphone's memory.

Detachment via support

When a smartphone is sold to another user, the previous owner must necessarily “untie” the device from special service, which can limit what the new user can do. Unlinking from a former Apple ID is required if the device owner needs a new account or other identity-related features.

To date, the most efficient way unbinding an iPhone from an Apple ID is considered a support ticket. It is quite complicated and lengthy, but it also has certain advantages - for example, it will work well if you need to completely delete an account without the possibility of returning it. So, you need to follow the following steps:

It is important to remember that the questionnaire is best filled out according to certain rules. So, the email should indicate exactly the one to which the Apple ID was originally registered. In the subject line, a request is written that needs to be deleted. And in the "Comment" line, a letter with an explanation of the above request is already left. You can write that the smartphone will be sold or will be a gift.

Don't worry if you don't get a response from the support team for a long time. They may respond in a few weeks, but the process will end immediately. After clicking on the link provided by the company's employees, the Apple ID will be permanently unlinked.

Unlock via R Sim

R-sim is a universal chip card. Specialists have created this module to activate and unlock iPhone majority models so that users can use their carrier's network.

To use R-sim, you need to have a Nano-sim SIM card with you. Very often, employees of workshops or communication salons can simply cut a regular SIM card to the required size, but it's best to ask for a reissue of the operator's card in a mini size. So it will be much thinner than usual.

If there is a card, you need to remove the password from the smartphone and remove the password lock if it was installed on the SIM card. This is done so that the pin code does not interfere with the correct setting of R-sim. Then you need to insert the chip card into the smartphone so that its “tail” goes under the tray and the chip does not lie on top. A SIM card is inserted into the device along with the chip.

After all the manipulations with the chip and the SIM card are done, the settings menu will appear on the screen of the mobile device. In it, you need to select the appropriate gadget model, your operator and accept the settings. Now the smartphone can be rebooted, and then in a few seconds the iPhone will catch the signal.

Removing Activation Lock

The "Find iPhone" option has been provided since the seventh software new feature– iCloud activation lock. It is automatically enabled when setting up the first option and makes life much more difficult for users who have purchased a non-unlocked smartphone. Each time you activate this option, your smartphone will ask for your Apple ID and password.

Basically, the problem of removing Activation Lock affects users who have purchased a mobile gadget from Apple from their hands. It is known that resetting the settings, activating through other programs or resetting the settings will not help in this case. And bypassing the lock is necessary to activate iCloud and start using your device normally.

Of course, you should never save money by buying such an expensive gadget unofficially, as you can run into fakes. It can be noted that when buying an iPhone with your hands, in order not to suffer from unlocking it, you need to check the full range of the device.

This is the smartphone itself, a headset, a cable for connecting to a computer, Charger, a box with a sticker (it will become clear later why it is so important), which shows serial number, which matches the data in the phone. It will not be superfluous to ask for a sales receipt.

In order to remove the binding of the iPhone to the Apple ID of the previous owner, if, nevertheless, the phone was purchased not unlocked, you need to follow certain recommendations that are associated with contacting support:

1. The first step is to write a formal letter to contact the company's employees who will help solve the problem. There is no clear template for this, so you can briefly describe the situation and your request. Attached to the letter iPhone photo and stickers that were on the box. You can also attach a sales receipt;
2. The smartphone box is really important. It has stickers with numbers and identification data. If there is no box, you can scan stickers from identical gadget models and make own layout by entering IMEI and serial number. The latter is especially important;
3. If there is no check, then you can also make it yourself. Of course, if you are not afraid of the responsibility that can be brought to bear for forging a document. Tip: At first, it is better to try writing a letter without a check, explaining to employees that it has not been preserved. It often happens that users are met halfway - after all, the company appreciates its customers;
4. All this is going to prove to Apple employees that the phone is not stolen or misappropriated, but actually bought. Just can't unlock it. All components must be photographed in one picture. Many advise not to use too much good quality shooting if the receipt and box are not genuine. Employees are unlikely to look closely;
5. When the picture is taken, you can write a letter to one of the official mailing addresses of the support service indicating the serial number. The request number (which you will then have to indicate in the letter) can be found on the site that deals with troubleshooting, and select your problem there. Then you just need to schedule a call through, again, the serial number. This is also done on the site in a special form;
6. After 5-10 days, an Apple employee will respond to the letter. It will contain information that the problem has been assigned a specific number, and a representative of the company will contact the user as soon as possible to resolve the problem. Usually the process takes a long time, but it has good result- the company needs time to check the data.

Recovery without saving information - flashing

All Apple mobile gadgets operate exclusively on the iOS operating system, which is developed specifically for the iPhone, iPad and other devices of the company. Because of this, all resources and software are very tightly connected, literally every function is customized for the users of these particular devices. In particular, the company releases firmware (software) updates very frequently, and new versions are designed to eliminate existing errors, improve the security of gadgets and make them more convenient.

“Firmware” is often understood as the process of restoring or updating software. To do this without saving user information and data, you need to contact the specialists who are in each service center for help. The operation can be carried out right on the spot, it does not take much time. What is the firmware for? Here are some typical situations:

• If a new operating system update has appeared, and your mobile device has one of previous versions. Here it is enough just to backup information and then install new version firmware;
• Already installed on your smartphone latest version firmware, but after this procedure mobile device started to work incorrectly, applications may crash or the system itself “buggy”. In this case, you can restore the software, for which you need to enter a special recovery mode (which was already mentioned above), having previously saved the data, if necessary;
• The user tried to update the software on his own, but during the process an error occurred critical error. Because of this, the gadget may stop functioning properly. A logo and an image of the cable will appear on the screen, and in some cases the smartphone may not turn on at all. Of course, there are many reasons for this situation. Including, system error, incorrect firmware and much more. If it's all about the program, then it's enough to restore the software. In most cases, during this procedure, all data that is inside the device will be lost. If you take your smartphone to a service center in time, then specialists can help restore information or part of it, and also explain how to proceed.

Is it possible to unlock an iPhone if it is locked / in lost mode

Lost mode, which is built into the software of Apple gadgets, is initially disabled only by entering the password used to unlock the device. If the user does not know the password or has forgotten it, then he will have to identify the device and restore access to the Apple ID. In the event that the mail associated with the identifier is available, you can easily reset the password from the ID:

After all the steps have been completed, you can go to the official iCloud website. With two-factor authentication, you will need to confirm the entry, for which the code is used - it is sent to trusted devices from which Account functioned in the past. Of course, if it was used only from one smartphone (blocked in this situation), then you need to contact the support service.

In the event that there is no two-factor authentication, or a trusted device is found, it is enough to confirm your entry using verification code, which will come to another gadget. After that, you can safely go to the "Find iPhone" section, select the device and turn off Lost Mode.

Is it possible to unlock the found iPhone

Of course, in our world there are many people who will try to appropriate someone else's mobile gadget if they find it somewhere. Experts do not recommend even trying to unlock the found iPhone (or any other Apple devices) since very often the owners still find their smartphone. And in this case, it will be difficult to explain why it was unlocked.

If you move away from moral advice, you can tell very simple instructions, which will help you change your Apple gadget unlock password. First you need to connect your phone with a cable to your computer, and wait until it syncs with iTunes. Then, again, you need to put the device into update mode - then it will start connecting to the program itself.

After that, a message will appear on the screen that the program has detected a device that needs to be restored. Moreover, the program itself will recommend to perform this procedure. Now it will be enough just to click the "restore" button, and wait until the process is over. After that, there will be no data and information left in the gadget’s memory, but if all the steps are followed correctly, the method should help. Now the smartphone will work in normal mode without requiring a password.

You can set a password to protect the personal information stored on your phone from other people. This will provide personal data with reliable protection, but it can also play against you. If you forget your passcode for some reason, you won't be able to unlock your phone. How can you unlock if your smartphone is locked?

1 Screen lock. Occurs when the password is forgotten. 2 Lock by operator, i.e. by SIM card. Such a block occurs if the phone could only be used with a certain cellular operator. This is more common in the United States of America, where a specific mobile operator may be indicated when signing the contract. 3 Blocking by Find My iPhone. This problem occurs when you buy a used phone. And previous owner intentionally or accidentally leaves Find My iPhone turned on. This feature was originally conceived to reduce theft mobile phones. But when reselling to third parties, this function can cause great difficulties.

If you are faced with the fact that your phone is blocked, do not panic. There are working ways to help you unlock iPhone 4 with your own hands.

How to unlock iPhone 4

There are several ways to unlock iphone.

Unlock iPhone 4s via iTunes

Using this method, it is possible to remove the lock with and without saving personal information. To unlock the password with saving data, go to the "devices" of the iTunes program. Next, you need to find your device. After that, on the right side of the workspace, expand the "overview" tab and click "restore". These steps will allow you to reset your iphone password. You can back up your phone's settings and data by clicking the "copy" button.

The second recovery method does not save personal information on the phone. It is used in cases where the method described above fails or iPhone download happens partially. In this case, all device settings will have to be reset.

From the computer, go to the updated iTunes version. Put your phone in DFU mode. It is necessary to connect the smartphone via a USB cable to the computer and turn off the smartphone while holding the "Home" and "Power" buttons. As soon as the screen turns off, stop pressing the "Power" button without ceasing to hold the "Home".

After that, an alert will open in the iTunes window stating that the phone is in DFU mode , i.e. recovery. The screen of the device will still be off. In the program window, click "restore". Then the program will find and download the updated firmware and restore access. The recovery process will be displayed on the device screen with a loading bar and a logo. The method discussed above can take a long time due to the fact that the weight of the updated firmware is about 1.5 GB.

After the recovery steps, the password on the iPhone will not be set. This is how you can reset passwords on iphone 4 and above. You can easily replace a reset password with a new, more memorable one.

How to remove passcode from iPhone 4 via iCloud

This recovery method erases your personal information. You can only restore it if you have previously backed up your personal data to iTunes or iCloud. In order to be able to reset iphone password In this way, you need to install the Find My iPhone program on your smartphone in advance. You will also need access to the Internet from a computer with a connected phone or from the phone itself.

Check internet access. Go to the Find My iPhone app on the official iCloud website. Next, specify that your smartphone is visible to the service. This can be checked by going to "all devices" and a green marker will be lit in front of your device. Click on it and in the open window, click "erase iPhone". Confirm your consent to erasure. In the new window, enter your personal Apple ID code and click "done". Erasing will be displayed with a company logo and a loading bar.

How to crack password after jailbreak

Jailbreak is a procedure that is not supported by Apple, aimed at gaining access to file system devices. Although this allows you to expand the capabilities of your smartphone, for example, install applications not only from App Store, but also deprives the owner of such a phone of warranty service and technical support.

If, however, your device has been jailbroken and you need to unlock it, then there is a way. This is done through free app SemiRestore. This application is used only in the presence of the OpenSSH component. This utility install on PC. During the work, all data will be destroyed, but the jailbreak will remain.

Connect iPhone to PC via USB. Open the SemiRestore program and wait until it detects your iPhone. Then click the program button of the same name. This will start the reset process. After completion, the smartphone screen will boot from default settings. After that, you can parse the data in the reserve and transfer it to the phone.

How to unlock iPhone 4 screen

What to do if you find a lost phone? And he's blocked. How to unlock the found smartphone and how to reset the password in this situation? Of course, you must try to hack the iphone with the preservation of the owner's data through iTunes. This process is described above. If you have information about the owner, it will be easier for you to find it.

In order not to forget the password from the device, it is better to choose memorable combinations. Find a way out of the situation forgotten password not always quick and easy, so it's better to write it down somewhere.

For owners of new iPhone models 7 now has a fingerprint security feature. Now you do not need to invent a password, the fingerprint is always nearby and individual.

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Forgetting your Apple ID password is a problem that many modern users of this kind of devices often face. In this regard, it is necessary to clarify what your actions should be in such a situation. First of all, you need to open the corresponding page of the official Apple website, enter your Apple ID there and select options that will help confirm your identity.

Further, auxiliary instructions will appear on the screen, which you should follow. In particular, the user will be offered two options: order a message on email, or answer the verification questions. Of course, it is better to choose the option with mail, since the answers are usually forgotten quickly enough.

We remember the password with the help of technical support

Simple operation. Having ordered a message to your personal mail, in the next few minutes you will receive at your postal address detailed instructions about resetting the old password and creating a new one. And in the event that you do not have such information as Apple ID and password, but you can prove that the device is yours, then you can safely contact the company's technical support. If you have a receipt and a shipping box, you will definitely be provided with professional assistance! Now we know how to unlock an iPhone if its ID is forgotten and it is blocked, but I would advise you not to forget it! 🙂

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Like regular phone, iPhone can also be locked. But what if you have secured yourself, but the pin code is lost? What to do and how 4 if you forgot your password?

When the Problem Arises

Most often, you need to unlock an iPhone that was imported from abroad, such as the United States or Europe, and is supported by one of the local carriers. There are several options to make it available to your SIM card. There are both non-standard methods, such as the use of specially designed programs, and completely legal ones. For example, contacting customer service. Let's consider everything in order.

Guide to action

You need to know the GSM operator in order to figure it out, the iPhone 4 has a gap in the security system. It allows you to easily access iPhone content. For example, your device is linked to T-Mobile (USA). Initially, you need to insert an original AT&T SIM card into your phone. Then dial the service number technical support 611. Drop the call immediately. After turning on Airplane Mode (airplane mode), replace the SIM card with your own. Be sure to check if WI-FI is turned off. Then you need to cancel Airplane Mode, and the phone will search for a network. EDGE is automatically activated, this will be indicated by the appearance of the letter "E" in the upper left corner of the screen. After 20-30 seconds, the phone must be turned off. You will make sure that this option of how to unlock an iPhone 4 if you forgot your password is the most acceptable and simple. After switching on, the phone will again require activation. When one bar signal appears, you need to choose cellular communication, remove the SIM card from the device. Again, the activation request will appear on the screen. After that, the SIM must be inserted into the phone. Now it's unlocked.

How to bypass the password

When you turn on the device, the message “Unlock” appears on the screen and the requirement “Enter password”. It can be either simple (consist of 4 digits) or complex. In this case, a free line appears on the iPhone display. If you enter the password incorrectly 10 times, the information stored in the device may be affected. First of all, don't panic. Loopholes can be found in any system. For example, in electronic devices ah, who work with the operating system found a bug that makes it easy to deal with the problem. And you do not need to have programming skills. You can do without a lost PIN code. Enough after turn on iPhone select on the screen Emergency call". Then press the power button, it must be held until "Turn off" appears. Now select "Cancel", after that you need to dial the phone emergency service, hang up the call, and lock the device again. You can turn it on using the Home button. This method, how to unlock an iPhone 4 if you forgot your password, is also suitable for version 5.1 electronic devices. Finally, when it reappears, you must hold the power button for 3 seconds, then click on "Emergency Call". Thanks to this error, you can bypass iPhone security, send SMS messages, add photos, view

Special programs

The task of how to unlock the iPhone 4 screen is solved in another way. Hacker programs are specially created that allow you to hack a phone with almost any modem. A Chinese developer offers a SAM program. It is based on the iPhone ICCID vulnerability. When starting this method, it should be borne in mind that after such an operation, the iPhone will be able to work with only one SIM card. You can do the following. Restore the device to factory settings and reinstall the operating system through iTunes.

Service to help you!

Not only hacker programs help if you are puzzled over how to unlock the password, the iPhone 4 is quite amenable to “opening” in the hands of professionals who work in specialized service centers for the repair of electronic devices. Moreover, unlocking will take quite a bit of time (about a quarter of an hour). True, professional repairs cost money, but you will be provided with a guarantee and safety of the operations performed. Experts offer a completely legal way to make the phone available to any mobile operator. To do this, you need to order the service "Official unlock" (unlock). This procedure is carried out through Apple. Therefore, if you had a warranty for an iPhone, it is preserved. At the same time, it becomes possible to use WI-FI, play games, update the device firmware to the latest version.

With all the simplicity and accessibility of ways to unlock iPhone 4 if you forgot your password, you need to keep in mind that not only forgetful owners of mobile electronic devices, but also scammers can use them. Therefore, you need to be careful when buying a new phone.

The longer and harder password, the more secure your iPhone is from unwanted access. But such protection can also work against you if you forget your password one day.

What to do if this happened? The main thing is not to panic: you can easily unlock your iPhone if you know how to do it.

Unlock via iTunes

Data recovery

To reset your password while keeping all other information, open the "Devices" section in iTunes and find your iPhone in the list.

The password will be reset, and all other information will remain in place.

Recovery without saving information

If the first method fails or does not fully load, personal data will have to be sacrificed - the device settings will be reset to the state as after purchase.

• Download on your computer and update it to the latest version.
• Enter iPhone into DFU mode: connect the device with a USB cable to the PC and turn it off by simultaneously pressing and holding the "Home" and "Power" buttons. After the screen turns off, release the Power button while continuing to hold the Home button.
  It should take a few seconds before a message appears in the iTunes window that the connected iPhone is in recovery mode. The smartphone screen will still remain off.
• Click the "Restore" button in iTunes. The program will download the latest firmware version and restore the iPhone. During recovery, the machine will display a logo and a loading bar on the screen.

When the recovery is over, the iPhone can be downloaded without a password.

If you've previously saved a copy of your settings and personal data in iTunes, you'll be able to transfer them to your phone.

This way you can unlock iPhone of any version - 4, 4s, 5 and others.

Unlock via iCloud

The following method also erases all user data from the smartphone. You can only restore them if you remember to back up them to iCould or iTunes first.

In order to be able to unlock iPhone through, you must first install the program ““ on the device.

Directly to unlock you will need access to the Internet - on the device itself (via a SIM card or Wi-Fi) or on a computer to which it is connected.

Procedure:

• Make sure the locked iPhone has Internet access.
• From any device connected to the network, go to the Find My iPhone application on the iCloud website and make sure that the service “sees” your device and is in the “online” status (there should be a green circle next to the iPhone model in the “All devices” section).

• Click on the locked phone icon and select the "Erase iPhone" option from the menu that opens.
• In the confirmation window, click the "Erase" button again.

• In the next window, enter your password and click "Finish".

After that, the process of erasing the settings will begin. On the iPhone screen at this time, a loading bar and an apple will be displayed.

Important! When the erasure is completed, you can recover personal information from backup. The setup assistant will help you with this.

Find My iPhone helps you unlock both iPhone 6 as well as older models.

Unlock iPhone After Jailbreak

Both of the above methods, most likely, will not suit the owners of "jailbroken" smartphones, since they are associated with the installation of official firmware.

And this leads to the inability to connect the device to your mobile operator and the loss of other jailbreak benefits.

Fortunately, it is possible to unlock iPhone with iOS version 5 and above without firmware update using the free application SemiRestore .

The iPhone must have the OpenSSH component installed, which can be downloaded from the Cydia store.

The SemiRestore utility is installed on a computer (the manufacturer claims support for operating Linux systems, OS X and Windows XP(SP3)-8.1).

During the reset process, it deletes all personal data of the owner without losing the jailbreak.

Unlock order:

• Download SemiRestore from the official website and install on your PC.
• Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable.
• Launch SemiRestore and wait until it recognizes your smartphone.
• If the recognition went well, click the "SemiRestore" button in the main window of the utility - this will start the data cleaning process on the iPhone.