iPhone Unlocker User Guide

iPhone Unlocker is a reliable utility that helps you unlock the locked screen, bypass iCloud Activation Lock appeared on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, as well as remove Screen Time passcode instantly.

This guide involves three parts to unlock your device, no matter you forgot the screen passcode, can't remember the Apple ID, passcode set by others unintentionally, or you bought a second-hand locked device. These screenshots show how to use the program on a Windows computer, the process is virtually identical on Mac platform.

The first and the foremost thing that you need to do is download the software and install it on your computer. iPhone Unlocker is available for both Windows and Mac.

The installation process is quick and easy.

Part 1: Wipe Screen Passcode

Whether you got locked out after attempting password too many times, forget the screen passcode, your device is locked or disabled, your screen get broken, or you bought a second-hand locked device, iPhone Unlocker works in all scenarios.

Attention:

• Removing the screen passcode will erase all your data on the device.
• Your device will be updated to the latest iOS version.

Step 1: Launch iPhone Unlocker

Once installed, click the icon on the desktop to open the iPhone Unlocker. Then connect your iPhone (or iPad, iPod) to the computer via a USB cable.

In the main screen, select "Wipe Passcode".

In the next window that opens, click the Start button and move to the next step.

If the device isn't recognized, you'll want to click "Device connected but not recognized" link on the top and follow the onscreen directions to place the phone into recovery mode to build connection between the device and program.

Tip: We also have a handy tutorial where you can look up how to complete entering recovery mode task. Check here.

Step 2: Confirm your device information

Once connected, confirm your device information, followed by Start button.

Step 3: Download firmware package

Then, the program will start downloading firmware package. You have to wait for a short bit.

When the firmware package has been downloaded, click Unlock on the window to go on.

Next, you'll have a screen like this. Read the precautions and then enter 0000 to confirm unlocking.

Step 4: Begin unlocking passcode

Now, press the Unlock button. The utility will start removing the forgotten passcode and reset the device. The process may take a while. Be patient.

After the unlock process, all your data and settings will be erased completely and the device will restart as new.

Part 2: Remove Apple ID

If you forget your Apple ID associated with your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps to bypass it.

Attention:

• Removing Apple ID will erase all your data.
• Don't use "Erase all content and settings" feature on your device, or it will be linked to the original Apple ID permanently.
• Don't use iTunes to update or restore your device, or it will be blocked from the original Apple ID permanently.

Step 1: Launch iPhone Unlocker

Once installed, click the icon on the desktop to open the iPhone Unlocker. Then connect your iPhone (or iPad, iPod) to the computer via a USB cable. If a message pops up on the device, tap Trust to confirm.

Select the green "Remove Apple ID" option in the window.

Step 2: Begin removing forgotten Apple ID

Now, you should see something like this. Read the warning messages carefully.

Next, click the Start button and let the utility do its things.

When the process is complete, the Apple ID and iCloud account will be removed from your device. Now you can set up your device and log into the App Store with your new Apple ID.

Situation 1. If Find My iPhone is disabled

If Find My iPhone is already disabled on your device, iPhone Unlocker will directly remove your Apple ID.

Situation 2. If Find My iPhone is enabled

If Find My iPhone is enabled on your device, you need to reset all settings first: go to Settings > General > Reset. Select Reset All Settings to proceed.

After resetting all your settings, the program will remove the forgotten Apple ID immediately. During the process, keep your connection between device and computer stable.

Note: If your device is running on iOS 11.4 and later versions, you need disable Find My iPhone by going to Settings > iCloud > Find My iPhone, and then turn it off.

Part 3: Remove Screen Time Passcode

You're able to unlock Screen Time passcode and retrieve Restrictions passcode without losing data.

Attention:

• Make sure iTunes has been installed on your computer, and has the latest version.
• Find My iPhone/iPad should be disabled first.
• After unlocking Screen Time passcode, you need to re-set up your device.

Step 1: Launch iPhone Unlocker

Once installed, click the icon on the desktop to open the iPhone Unlocker. Then connect your iPhone (or iPad, iPod) to the computer via a USB cable.

From its interface select "Screen Time."

Step 2: Start removing forgotten Screen Time passcode

Go ahead and click the Start button to begin the Screen Time passcode removing process. This won't take long.

That's about it. You've successfully removed Screen Time passcode from your device. Please follow the on-screen instructions to re-set up your device.