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4 days ago · If you have a device with iOS 10 or earlier, you can't reset the password. In this case, try the following: If someone else set up your device, ask them for the password. Use an iCloud backup instead. If you don't have an iCloud backup, you can make one. Use an older Apple Devices app, iTunes, or Finder backup.
- Old iCloud Account Locked, Forgot Passwor… - Apple Community
I forgot that I turned on advanced data protection, and the...
- Old iCloud Account Locked, Forgot Passwor… - Apple Community
Jun 13, 2024 · If you can’t sign in, access a trusted device, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery to regain access to your account.
Jun 13, 2024 · - If you have a forgotten password and you do not have access to a trusted device: "you can use your recovery key, a trusted phone number, and an Apple device to reset your password." - If you have lost your recovery key and have lost access to both your account and trusted items:
1 day ago · Click on Apple logo > System Preferences > tap Apple ID on the profile. Choose Password & Security, then click Change Password. Enter a password for an administrator's account when asked. Fill in your new password twice in the dialogue box. If you haven't signed in to your Apple ID.
Jun 25, 2024 · I forgot that I turned on advanced data protection, and the written down 28 digit recovery key was lost when moving. I also don’t remember the Apple ID password, and the trusted contact I set up with it has since changed their number.
Jun 24, 2024 · The contact will help the user recover their iCloud account in the event of a forgotten password or locked out account.
You will probably need to answer some account security questions to verify your identity. Apple would then send a verification code to the email address associated with your Apple ID. If you can access that email, use the code to continue resetting your password.
