forgot old iphone passcode

[wildernessbob]

hey all, i have an old iphone i use as an ipod, but it's been packed away for two years and i've forgotten my passcode. and of course i no longer have itunes, so how do i reset or something without itunes?

 

[Lsmachado]

hey all, i have an old iphone i use as an ipod, but it's been packed away for two years and i've forgotten my passcode. and of course i no longer have itunes, so how do i reset or something without itunes?

Looking through Apple Support, it seems your options are limited. Here is what they say:

You need a computer to follow the steps below. If you don't have a computer, borrow one from a friend, or go to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider.

Here is a link to the article:

If you forgot your iPhone passcode or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support

This troubleshooting article walks through steps for iPhones with different button types (Face ID, Home Button, etc.), including how to enter recovery mode, erase your iPhone, restore it from backup, and recover access to your Apple ID if necessary.

support.apple.com

Sorry I couldn’t be of more help.

 

[paulsonj72]

Forgotten passcodes require a reset of the phone using a computer