For maximum security Apple data traditionally occupies a leading position. She was the first to develop and implement a "fingerprint" entrance, remote blocking through the "Find" function and much more.
To cover unauthorized or young children from accessing private data on the iPhone, a special “restrictions” function is often used. As a result, on the iPhone, access to certain applications selected by the owner will be closed, and they also cannot be deleted until the password is entered. This is a great way to further enhance the security of the data stored on the device.
In general, users do not have to enter the restriction password so often. It is because of this that he is forgotten the fastest. Moreover, many cannot even always remember whether they introduced it at all. Since the Apple eco-system involves a large number of multi-level protections, it is not easy to remember them all.
However, for some operations, you have to enter this same password. So what do you do when you can't remember it?
Ways to remove such a password
If nothing else was specified by the user, then the standard "factory" password consists of four zeros. Therefore, start the unlocking process with this combination. If this combination does not work, then you definitely entered a different access code. And now you either need to remember it by making associations, or try to crack it.
On its website (in the support section), the manufacturer assures us that if this password is forgotten, consider that everything is lost! And all that remains for the unfortunate user is to erase the iPhone, and then set it up as a new one. Since even restoring from backup copies will not lead to the removal of the password. However, this will erase the settings and all existing user data. And the subsequent attempt to restore (from the last copy) often fails to remove restrictions. Since this password has already been activated in the backup version used. This means that all related settings were successfully transferred back to the smartphone - right in the process of recovery.
But not everything is so depressing. Due to the fact that many people have encountered similar problems, "crutches" have been developed to eliminate them. Today, there are several completely legal ways to lift the restrictions. Yes, they do not always help and not for everyone, but it is definitely worth trying.
One of these methods has been "walking" on the Internet for a long time, and is to use the program - "iBackupBot". With the help of this cracking utility, you can try to remove the password. Because it allows you to make appropriate adjustments to the registries of the "backup" of data from the smartphone.
This option is more suitable for advanced owners, since here you have to intervene in programming code, and not all the proposed algorithm of actions leads to the desired effect. Therefore, we warn you right away - if you are not sure of your capabilities, it’s better not to take it. Since this is associated with the risk of losing personal data, and erasing smartphone settings.
In any case, before resetting, you should refresh the version of the last backup so that the largest amount of data is then available for recovery.
However, this method cannot be called fast and convenient. Moreover, for many, after such manipulations, the smartphone was completely blocked. And as a result, you still have to reset the iPhone “to zero”, and when you try to restore, errors regularly occur.
Therefore, the question of finding alternative ways to deal with the ill-fated password is ripe.
Method without hack
There is another, much simpler and surer way that will save you from having to perform a troublesome reset procedure. This method will simply allow you to see this very password, so that later you can safely enter it in the smartphone settings. Do you want to know how to do it? Everything is simple.
So, to implement this procedure, we again need, in addition to the iPhone, also a computer. By the way, it does not really matter which system it is controlled by. The method works on all popular platforms - from Windows to Linux, and Mac.
Its execution algorithm is as follows. First you need to download from the git repository special application with an eloquent name - Pinfinder (if you have "iOS 10" installed on your smartphone - You need to download a version not lower than 1.5.0.).
In the list of available software options, choose the type of system that suits your computer and go! There are no restrictions when downloading, since this utility is distributed free of charge. 
Connect Now iPhone cable to this trusted PC (or Mac), and create an up-to-date backup. This must be done, because. it is according to the “backup” data that the utility “calculates” the restrictive password.
This procedure is carried out, as always, with using iTunes. Only when choosing a place where exactly to create a copy - click on "This computer", and then on the "create copies" button. Wait for the end. 
By the way, if this PC (or Mac) already has enough “fresh” backups from the iPhone, then there is no need to repeat this procedure again. Please note that this must be a copy in which the restriction restriction on the iOS device has already been activated. If the backup version is used from the time when there was no password, the method may not work.
After that, just run the boot "pig" of this utility. When installation is complete, click on the application icon. The system will automatically start analyzing data from the iPhone "backup". Among other items, the password itself should also be displayed there.
Here, for example, how it all looks for Mac devices. In the list of data found, we are, in fact, interested in the line "Finding PIN". It is under it that the utility will highlight the desired code. 
If you plan to perform this procedure on a Windows device, then everything will look like this: 
Then all you have to do is simply enter the code obtained in this way into the corresponding iPhone menu (the path to it is shown below). After that, you can immediately deactivate the restrictions mode (or set another “cipher” that you definitely won’t forget). 
Thus, this method allows you not to immediately reset the restrictions, but simply to see the access code, so that later, as expected, enter it in the menu to unlock (or to change the password later).
We warn you that such a “trick” can only be done with a “trusted” PC with which the iPhone was previously paired and copies of the data were made. This is partly done for the sake of security, since, otherwise, any outsider will be able to hack the sections of the menu that you have closed in this way. That is why "binding" and viewing data is carried out through registers from the "backup".
Once again, we emphasize - before starting the procedure for resetting (or forcing the display) of the password, be sure to take care of creating a "backup"! Even if you already have relatively "fresh" copies! No one can guarantee for sure that everything will go well.
Apple developers are constantly closing all possible loopholes and vulnerabilities in the system, which, in fact, are used by cracking utilities. As a result, methods that have been successful in the past may turn out to be at least ineffective. And even they can lead to self-locking of the gadget. And this is already much more serious than problems with the password restrictions.
So it's better to play it safe. And in general, the procedure for creating backups should be carried out regularly - before any intervention in the smartphone system, up to the next firmware updates. Just take it as a rule!
It happens with everyone. I came up with and set a password for the iPhone, and then forgot it. Or have not used a smartphone for a long time. Be that as it may, it is better to know what to do and how to unlock the iPhone if you forgot the passcode.
In this tutorial, I will describe three ways to reset the password on the iPhone. These methods will not help if, only contacting Apple support will help here.
If the password is entered incorrectly 6 times, then the iPhone will be blocked for one minute, if you enter the wrong password again, then the iPhone will be blocked for 2 minutes, then for 3 and so on. In general, picking up a password is not realistic, life is not enough.
If you have the “Erase data” function activated, then guessing the password is dangerous. This function will erase all information from the iPhone if you enter the password incorrectly 10 times. To turn it off, you need to go to settings - password - opposite the "wipe data" field, turn the toggle switch to disabled mode.
Below are three ways to reset a forgotten passcode on iPhone, here they are…
1. Reset password on iPhone by restoring from backup.
If you systematically sync your iPhone with iTunes, you should have and can restore one of the copies where the password is still set. This is the most The best way, all media and information will remain on iPhone.
2. Reset your password with Find My iPhone
If you have Find My iPhone turned on, you can use iCloud to remove the lock password, however, all data will also be erased. This method works, you forgot your iPhone lock password, but remember your Apple iD password.
Now you can restore iPhone data from a backup or set it up as new.
3. How to reset iPhone if you forgot your passcode
If you've never synced your iPhone with iTunes, don't have a backup, and don't have Find My iPhone enabled in iCloud, the only way to remove your passcode is the recovery mode method. I note that this method always works, but not only the password, but also all media files and information will be erased on the iPhone.
Step 1. To start, the iPhone must be entered in
To enter recovery mode: turn off the iPhone, now hold down the "Home" button and without releasing it, insert the usb cable, the iTunes icon with a cord should appear.
Step 2. If iTunes does not automatically open, open it. You should immediately be prompted to update or restore your iPhone.
Step 3. Select "Restore" and wait until the restoration is completed. At the end of the process, the iPhone will be “clean” like from the store and without passwords. Enjoy!
Do you have any questions?
Do you still have questions about unlocking your phone if you forgot your iPhone passcode? Are you unable to recover a forgotten ID on an iPhone? Write in the comments and we will try to help you!
If none of the above methods helped you or you don't remember your Apple ID! Check out this guide
Alexander Grishin
An integral part of any device from Apple is protection against the use of the device by unauthorized persons. Latest Versions iPhone equipped with a fingerprint sensor Finger Touch ID, which several times increases the level of security and speed of operation when unlocking.
But how to disable the passcode on iPhone or change it to a new one if you are afraid that you might forget it? Now we will tell you how to do it.
Removing a password in a standard way
Finding the location of security controls on the iPhone is not difficult, for this you need to go to the " Settings", in the window that opens, tap on the item " Passcode" Or " Touch ID password"(If the device is equipped with a fingerprint scanner).
A settings submenu will open on the right, where you need to click on the line “turn off the passcode” and enter the previously set password in the service window to confirm disabling the screen protection option.
In the future, the phone will be unlocked without entering the code, and in order to reinstall it, you need to do all the manipulations described above, only instead of the “turn off the password” line, there will be a “turn on” field.
Cancel protection via iTunes (if the password is already forgotten)
This method is suitable in cases where the password is forgotten:
- Launch the iTunes utility on the computer and connect your iPhone via the USB cable;
- Press and hold the Home and ON keys simultaneously for 10 seconds, then release ON and wait for iTunes to appear on the smartphone screen, which will mean the device switches to DFU mode;
- The program will prompt you to do a system restore, which must be confirmed with the appropriate button.
Attention! Since this manipulation involves filling in iPhone new version of the operating system, then all files and data in the phone memory will be deleted. To recover lost content, you must have a backup.
Removing a lock via iCloud (if the password is already forgotten)
Through a browser (for example, on a PC), enter the iCloud website and log in when help from Apple ID. Then you need to select the tab " My devices"And make sure that your iPhone is online in the menu that opens.
Now you need to tap on the name of the device and select " erase iPhone" in the window that appears.
Specify again apple password ID and wait for the reset procedure to complete. Thus, you will restore the phone “over the air”, which will entail not only resetting the screen lock code, but also deleting all content from the device’s memory.
Now, after turning your iPhone back on, sign in to account and create New Password or skip the last paragraph to disable the blocking option.
Hello everyone! An interesting situation happened to me recently - in order to respond to a comment, I needed to dig into the settings of my iPhone and see if it was possible to set restrictions on a certain program in iOS. As usual, I open "Settings - General - Restrictions", rest on the sign "Enter the restrictions passcode" and understand that I simply do not remember these cherished four digits!
Of course, in the end, everything ended well, but this situation made me think about this... ordinary user, who uses this setting once a year, and even then on major holidays?
Most likely, many will not even remember the fact that they put this code at all. Not to mention some numbers there. And now what i can do? So and walk without access to all the settings? Of course not. There are two possible solutions to this problem. Go!
By the way, remember - there is no "factory", "factory", "standard" password. The code is set by the user himself when opening the restrictions settings for the first time.
Now let's go! :)
Method number 1. Completely remove the password
There is only one way to remove the code without knowing it - through firmware recovery. There is nothing complicated in this:
But this method has drawbacks and very big ones:
- Yes, you will get rid of the restriction password. But absolutely all information will also be deleted from the device!
- Thinking about restoring data from a backup? Here, too, there are "troubles". After all, if the copy was created at the moment when the code was already installed, then when it is restored, the restrictions password will be returned to the device.
In general, the method is working, but not very convenient - there are too many reservations when using it. Luckily, there are other options...
Method number 2. Find out the code
Yes it is possible. And most importantly, we don’t even need to strain our memory and remember forgotten password. A special program will do everything for us!
This very program "pulls out" the code from the backup. Accordingly, the computer must have at least one copy that includes the restriction password. If there isn't one yet, it's simple.
Victory! It remains only to remember them and never forget :) And finally, a few questions and answers:
- And this safe program- Can it be used at all? Can. Especially considering the fact that it is openly posted on GitHub (the world's largest resource for hosting IT projects and their joint development).
- With which iOS versions works? I tested the work on iOS 10, 11 and 12 - everything is fine. However, judging by the description, absolutely any firmware version starting from iOS 7 (inclusive) is supported.
As you can see, everything is very simple, multifunctional and safe. Nothing complicated! However, if something doesn’t work out for you or if you have any questions, be sure to write in the comments, we’ll try to figure it out together and find a solution!
Updated! I completely forgot one very important thing when using the PinFinder program. Since the password is “pulled out” from the backup, you need to remember this - this very backup should not be encrypted. Otherwise, PinFinder will swear and give an error. How to remove encryption? It's simple - we connect the iPhone, launch iTunes and uncheck the corresponding menu item.
However, on this moment this setting (encryption) is no longer relevant, because ...
Updated 2! To be honest, I did not even expect such attention to my modest blog, but the author of the program (Gareth Watts) unsubscribed in the comments (for which many thanks to him!) And said that a new version PinFinder 1.6.0. Declared support for encrypted backups - now it is not necessary to turn off encryption in iTunes in order to find out the iPhone restrictions password. Just super!
Updated 3! A new version of the program has been released - PinFinder 1.7.1. What's new? Appeared iOS support 12 - Now you can find out the "Screen Time Passcode" (formerly "Restrictions") without any problems. Hooray!!! True, in iOS 12, Apple slightly redesigned the security policy and now the Screen Time passcode can only be pulled from an encrypted backup. Remember this and be careful!
P.S. Everything worked out? A huge request - do not be too lazy to drop a couple of lines in the comments about how you removed the restrictions passcode. Thank you!
P.S.S. The instructions helped, but too lazy to write anything? Put "like", click on the buttons social networks- the author will be very grateful! Thanks again!
The Restrictions passcode is one of the most important passwords on iPhone and iPad, but you rarely need to enter it, which is why, in most cases, it is forgotten more than all other passwords! The most insidious thing given password most often "pops up" when you already want to simply reset all data on your device. And, it would seem, the standard procedure takes on completely new colors.
I'll write right away default restriction password is 0000, but if you changed it and can’t remember, it’s a little more complicated, but there’s nothing difficult about resetting the restrictions passcode on your iPhone or iPad.
Resetting the restriction password
To reset the restrictions password, we need:
- Installed iTunes
- iPhone or iPad where we forgot the passcode
- Pinfinder - the program itself for determining our passwords
The essence of all our action is simple: to create backup through iTunes, and already in the backup, find the password using Pinfinder. Go!
Create a backup via iTunes
Launch iTunes and connect the iPhone or iPad on which you want to find out the restrictions password. In the top bar of iTunes, click on the iPhone icon that appears.
Select "Browse" from the side menu. In the backup section, select "This PC" and click "Backup Now". It will take some time for this operation, here we just wait until iTunes does everything.
Important! You need to turn off "Encrypt local copy", otherwise the backup will be encrypted and even Pinfinder will not be able to find out the restriction password on your device!
After the backup is created, we need the Pinfinder program, which will show us the restrictions password.
Download Pinfinder
pinfinder- free utility, you can download it from the git repository. The program is available for Mac, Windows and Linux, so it doesn't matter which one you have operating system, Pinfinder works everywhere!
After you have downloaded Pinfinder for your OS, we launch the program - it will do the rest itself: it will find the backup copy that we created a little earlier and find out the forgotten password for your iPhone or iPad restrictions. The password is displayed on the right side in the RESTRICTION section.
After that, you can safely enter the restrictions password, for which you would not need it!
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