How to bypass Motorola lock screen without factory reset
Forgot your Motorola password? Learn to bypass lock screens without factory reset (older Androids) or with reset (newer models). Regain access to your Motorola in no time!
Jasmin Woods Updated on Jun 25, 2025 12:05 AM
For a quicker solution: If you're completely locked out, Android Unlocker can bypass all Motorola screen locks, including passwords, 4-/6-digit PINs, patterns, fingerprints, facial recognitions, and even the FRP locks — letting you unlock your Motorola phone or tablet instantly.
For older Android versions, it's possible to bypass lock screen without resetting your Motorola phone.
A factory reset on Motorola erases all current data and reverts your device to its original settings. If you forgot your password, PIN, or pattern, you may wonder: Is there a way to regain Motorola access without a factory reset?
While newer Android versions typically require a factory reset to bypass a forgotten lock, older Moto devices (running earlier Android OS) may offer alternative methods to bypass Motorola lock screen without factory reset or losing any data.
This guide explores multiple solutions — with or without a factory reset — to bypass lock screen on Motorola, helping you regain full access to your phone or tablet effortlessly.
Can you bypass Motorola lock screen without factory reset?
Yes. While most standard methods require a factory reset to unlock a Motorola device when you've forgotten your password, pattern, or PIN, there are still ways to bypass Motorola phone screen without reset if your device is running older Android OS.
Note: Newer Android versions with enhanced security protocols typically make non-reset bypasses impossible. In these cases, a factory reset on Motorola remains the only reliable solution to regain access to your locked device.
The following options can help Motorola users to bypass their lock screen with or without a factory reset, depending on the Android version they have:
Bypass Motorola lock screen without factory reset via Forgot Pattern
Motorola devices with Android 4.4 or earlier have the Forgot Pattern/Password/PIN feature for lock screen. When you enter wrong screen locks repeatedly, the Forgot Pattern/Password/PIN option appears after several failed attempts, allowing you to get temporary access using the associated Google account. Once in, you can reset the forgotten lock to bypass Motorola phone screen without a factory reset.
1. On your Motorola lock screen, enter incorrect passwords, PINs, or patterns randomly.
2. After 5 unsuccessful attempts, the Forgot Pattern / Forgot Password / Forgot PIN option should appear, based on the type of screen lock you've set.
3. Tap on it and then select Enter Google account details, then go Next.
4. Enter your associated Google account username and password correctly.
5. Tap Sign in to bypass Motorola's lock screen.
6. When you get in, reset a new screen lock password, pattern or PIN for this Moto device.
Afterward, you can use the new password, pattern or PIN to unlock your Motorola phone without a factory reset.
Bypass lock screen on Motorola without reset via Emergency Call
One alternative method to bypass factory reset for Motorola unlock involves using the Emergency Call feature. However, this approach only works on devices running Android 5.0 or earlier. Newer Android versions with enhanced security measures have eliminated this vulnerability, making a factory reset the only workable way for bypassing Motorola lock screen.
- Tap the Emergency Call option from your Motorola lock screen.
- From the keyboard, tap the asterisks * for ten times.
- Press and hold the asterisks, and tap Copy from the expanded menu, and paste the asterisks to the input box.
- Repeat the copy-n-paste until the input field no longer highlights them.
- Then return to the lock screen and tap the Camera icon at the bottom.
- Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Notification panel.
- Tap the Settings icon from the upper-right corner.
- When a prompt shows up asking for phone password, keep entering asterisks * until the screen UI crashes. You may paste the asterisks as many as you can.
- An enlarged camera view will appear and crash.
After that, you'll bypass the lock screen and regain access to Motorola's Home screen, no factory reset required.
Motorola lock screen bypass without reset using ADB Commands
The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) provides a way to unlock your locked Motorola device through a computer connection. Using specific ADB commands, you can remove an Android screen lock without performing a factory reset. However, this method requires that USB debugging was previously enabled in your phone's Developer Options before it was locked.
Follow these steps to use ADB for bypassing Motorola lock screen with no need for a reset:
1. Download ADB Tools on your PC or Mac and extract the ZIP file to a local folder.
2. Connect your locked Motorola phone to computer via a USB cable.
3. When asked, allow for USB debugging on your Moto phone.
4. Open a command prompt on your PC (or terminal prompt on Mac) and enter adb shell rm /data /system /gesture.key.
5. Press the Enter key on your keyboard.
This command will remove Motorola's lock screen, offering you direct access to your phone without needing a factory reset.
How to bypass Motorola lock screen with factory reset
For Motorola devices running Android 5.0 or later, there's no built-in Forgot Pattern feature or Emergency Call unlock option. If you've forgotten your password, pattern, or PIN, the only solution is a factory reset. While this erases all data on your device, it will recover full access to your Moto phone. If possible, you may recover Android data after factory reset from a recent backup.
Bypass lock screen to unlock Motorola via Android Unlocker
To bypass Motorola screen lock, Appgeeker Android Unlocker provides a comprehensive solution — it removes various types of screen locks, including passwords, patterns, 4-digit/6-digit PINs, fingerprints, and facial recognitions. If you're experiencing a complete lockout, this tool enables you to bypass all screen locks and unlock your Motorola phone or tablet instantly.
Its intuitive interface requires no technical expertise, guiding you through simple steps to regain immediate access to your Motorola device. Explore how to bypass screen lock on Motorola without password, pattern, or PIN, supporting all Moto Razr, Moto Edge, Moto G, Moto E, etc.
Step 1. Launch Android Unlocker on Windows PC and go for Remove Screen Password.
Step 2. Select Motorola brand and connect your locked phone with a USB cable.
If connected but not recognized, follow the onscreen link to troubleshoot the issue. Or, click Try Other Unlock Methods button to operate your Moto device.
Step 3. Click Remove Now to bypass the lock screen for Motorola unlocking.
This process will unlock Motorola lock screen and return your device to factory settings. When it restarts, go through the setup prompts to access for new use.
Extra tip: If your Motorola is linked to a Google account, the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) will be activated after reset, requiring the previously synced Google credentials to sign in. If you don't remember the login details, Android Unlocker can also be used as a FRP bypass tool, helping you bypass Google verification on Motorola to get back in.
Remotely reset Motorola to bypass lock screen via Google Find Hub
If you don't have the correct password, PIN, or pattern to bypass Motorola's lock screen, performing a remote factory reset on Google Find Hub (previously Find My Device) website can let you unlock your phone and regain full access.
For this to work:
- You've added a Google account to your Motorola and enabled the Find My Device feature before lockout.
- The locked Moto device should be powered on and connected to an active Wi-Fi network.
- The associated Google account credentials are accessible.
Steps for Motorola lock screen bypass through Google Find Hub:
1. On your computer or another device, open any browser and go to Google Find Hub website.
2. Sign in with the same Google account credentials tied to your locked Motorola.
3. From Devices on the left-side menu, select the Moto device you'd like to unlock.
4. Choose Factory reset device in the opening options.
5. Confirm the Erase and Reset option to factory reset your Motorola remotely. If required, verify your Google account password to proceed.
When it completes, the lock screen will be bypassed successfully, and your locked Motorola phone will be reset to factory settings, ready for new setups from the very beginning.
Manually factory reset Motorola for lock screen bypass via Recovery Mode
If you're looking to bypass a forgotten screen lock on Motorola, try forcing a manual factory reset via its Recovery Mode. This will erase all current data and settings on your device permanently, including the lock screen you wish to bypass.
1. Power off your Motorola phone completely.
2. Press and hold both Volume Down and Power buttons at the same time. Do not release the buttons until your phone turns on.
3. Use either Volume key to select Recovery Mode and press the Power key to confirm.
4. When you see an Android robot with No command notification, press and keep holding the Power button while quickly press and release the Volume Up key.
5. Release the buttons when Android Recovery menu appears.
6. Use Volume button to scroll to Wipe data/factory reset, then select it by Power button.
7. Highlight Factory data reset using any Volume button and press Power button to enable it.
After reset, use Volume buttons to scroll to Reboot system now and select it via Power key.
When your Motorola phone restarts, the lock screen should be bypassed. You can then set it up again and create a new screen lock that you won't forget easily.
FAQs on Motorola lock screen bypass with/without reset
Q1 - Will a factory reset bypass the lock screen on Motorola?
Yes, a complete factory reset will erase all current data and settings from your Motorola device, including the lock screen and all passwords, patterns, and PINs.
Q2 - How can I unlock my Motorola phone without factory reset or losing data?
Here are several non-reset options to unlock Motorola phone without data loss:
- Forgot Pattern option on Android 4.4 or earlier — Allows users to get in with their associated Google account and reset the screen lock immediately.
- Emergency Call on Android 5.0 or older — Enables access to Motorola Home screen by crashing the lock screen.
- ADB commands — Removes lock screen from Motorola devices through a computer connection and specific commands.
Q3 - How to bypass the lock screen on Motorola if I forgot the password?
To bypass lock screen when you forgot Motorola password, Appgeeker Android Unlocker can be the quickest solution:
- Simply run Android Unlocker on your PC.
- Select Remove Screen Password mode and click on Motorola brand logo.
- Connect your locked phone and click Remove Now.
The Motorola lock screen will be bypassed soon, with no need for a password.
