Forgot iPad Password! Here's How I Unlocked My iPad

Part 1: Unlock iPad with Dr.Fone when you forgot iPad passcode

Whenever I forgot my iPad password, the first (and the last) tool that I use is Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS). It is an exceptional application that can resolve almost every major problem with an iOS device. For instance, the tool can be used to fix iPhone screen of death, unresponsive device, an unforeseen error, device stuck in recovery mode, and more. Therefore, when I forgot iPad password, I took the assistance of this remarkable tool and got my problem resolved in minutes.

Tips: Make sure you have backed up all your data before you start to use this tool owing to this tool will wipe all the data after unlocking.

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1. To use Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS), you can visit its official website right here and download it on your Windows or Mac system. To fix forgot iPad passcode issue, launch Dr.Fone and click on the “Screen Unlock” option.

2. Now, you can connect your iOS device to your system. After when it is detected, you can click on the “Unlock iOS Screen” button.

3. Then, Dr.Fone will ask you to put your device in DFU mode. Simply follow the steps to allow it to be detected.

4. Now, you need to provide basic details related to your iPad, like its device model, iOS version, etc. Click on the “Start” button to initiate the process.

6. This will download the required firmware for your iOS device. You need to wait for a while as it might take a few minutes to complete the download.

7. As soon as the firmware download is completed, Dr.Fone will detect it and let you know by displaying the following prompt. Click on the “Unlock Now” button to proceed.

8. Since your device will be restored, you will get the following warning message. Confirm your choice by providing the on-screen code and click on the “Unlock” button.

9. After when I clicked on the button, I waited for a few seconds as Dr.Fone fixed the forgot password on iPad problem. In the end, it displayed the following prompt.

As my iPad was restarted, it didn’t have the native lock screen and I was able to access it without any trouble.

Part 2: Unlock iPad when you forgot iPad password without iTunes

Since I don’t use iTunes, when I forgot my iPad password, it was pretty tough to resolve the issue. Even though Dr.Fone solved this problem when I forgot iPad password, I did some digging and discovered that we can also use iCloud to reset our iOS device. Though, this technique will only work if you know the Apple ID and password that is linked to the iPad you wish to unlock.

1. To start with, you need to log in to iCloud’s website using the credentials of the same account that is linked to your iPad.

2. On its home screen, you can access various features. Click on the “Find iPhone” option to proceed. It works for all the connected iOS devices, including the iPad.

3. If you have multiple devices linked to your account, then you can click on the “All Devices” option and select your iPad.

4. This will provide a few operations that you can perform on your iPad remotely. To fix forgot iPad passcode problem, click on the Erase button.

5. Confirm your choice and wait for a while as your iPad would be restored remotely.

Once your iPad is restored, it will be restarted without any lock screen. In this way, you can fix it when you forgot password on the iPad.

Part 3: Unlock iPad when you forgot iPad password with iTunes

I find iTunes pretty complicated and usually refrain from using it. Nevertheless, when I forgot my iPad password, I discovered that we can also restore our iOS device via iTunes. If you have also forgot password on iPad, then you can follow these instructions to resolve it.

1. Before you proceed, make sure that you are using an updated version of iTunes. I had an old version and had to check for updates to make it work with my iPad.

2. Launch iTunes on your system and connect your iPad to it. You might have to wait for a few seconds for iTunes to detect your iPad automatically.

3. Select your iPad from its devices section and go to its “Summary” page.

4. This will provide various options related to your device. Just click on the “Restore iPad” button and confirm your choice.

Wait for a while as your iPad will be restored and restarted with no lock screen. Since it will restore your device entirely, it is recommended to take its backup beforehand.

Part 4: Unlock iPad without passcode in Recovery Mode

Even though I was able to fix forgot iPad passcode by using Dr.Fone toolkit, I discovered that we can also resolve this issue by putting an iOS device in recovery mode. I found it a more complicated process compared to other options to fix forgot iPad password. Nevertheless, you can follow these steps to make it work.

1. Firstly, you need to turn off your iPad and make sure that you have an updated version of iTunes.

2. Now, you need to put your iPad into recovery mode, which can be a tricky task.

3. Press the Home and the Power button on your device at the same time. Keep pressing them for at least 10 seconds. As Apple’s logo will appear on the screen, let go of the Power button. Make sure that you are still holding the Home button though.

4. As your iPad will enter its recovery mode, it will display a connect to iTunes symbol. To make this solution work, you need to connect your iPad to your system and launch iTunes.

5. In no time, iTunes will detect that your iPad is in recovery mode and will display the following prompt.

6. Simply click on the “Ok” button and let iTunes restore your iPad entirely.

Once it is done, your iPad will be restarted without any native lock screen.