You can make a difference in the Apple Support Community!

When you sign up with your Apple Account, you can provide valuable feedback to other community members by upvoting helpful replies and User Tips.

💡 Did you know?

⏺ If you can't accept iCloud Terms and Conditions... Learn more >

⏺ If you don't see your iCloud notes in the Notes app... Learn more >

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

I forgot my passcode but I’m still logged in

How can I change my passcode

iPhone 6s, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 4, 2022 1:15 AM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Sep 4, 2022 1:32 AM

If you do not remember the passcode then you can't change it. You can only reset it.


Your device will require your passcode when you do the following:


  • Turn on or restart your device
  • Press the Home button or swipe up to unlock your device (you can change this)
  • Update your software
  • Erase your device
  • View or change passcode settings
  • Install iOS or iPadOS Configuration profiles
  • Called Emergency.


2 replies
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 4, 2022 1:32 AM in response to Adrien303

If you do not remember the passcode then you can't change it. You can only reset it.


Your device will require your passcode when you do the following:


  • Turn on or restart your device
  • Press the Home button or swipe up to unlock your device (you can change this)
  • Update your software
  • Erase your device
  • View or change passcode settings
  • Install iOS or iPadOS Configuration profiles
  • Called Emergency.


Sep 4, 2022 1:33 AM in response to Adrien303

Soon you will require this...


If you enter the wrong passcode on your iPhone Lock Screen too many times, an alert lets you know that your iPhone is disabled. (Learn what to do if you see "[Device] unavailable" or "Security Lockout" on your iPhone or iPad.)



Lock Screen Passcode or Screen Time Passcode.


Following this process is the only way out if your iPhone is disabled. The steps given in this link will help you reset the passcode -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...



I forgot my passcode but I’m still logged in

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.