Apple devices aren't perfect, but they have some serious advantages over other devices. To protect devices and data, Apple builds excellent security protection mechanism by setting up Two-factor authentication and screen passcode. For enhanced security, many users choose to use Face ID or Touch ID, even setting a passcode on their iPhone.

But when the passcode not working on the iPhone or forgetting the iPhone screen passcode, you may find yourself unable to unlock your iPhone. A disabled iPhone can make you feel downright helpless. Is that happening to you? Here's how to unlock iPhone with Apple ID if you can remember your Apple ID and password.

• Part 1. Is It Possible to Unlock iPhone with Apple ID?
• Part 2. How to Unlock an iPhone with Apple ID
  • Option 1. Erase iPhone on Security Lockout Screen
  • Option 2. Reset iPhone to Factory Settings with iCloud
  • Option 3. Wipe Passcode on iPhone via Find My App
  • Option 4. Unlock iPhone with Apple Support
• Part 3. Extra Tip: How to Unlock Apple iPhone without Apple ID
• Part 4. FAQs about Unlocking iPhone with Apple ID
• Part 5. Conclusion

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Part 1. Is It Possible to Unlock iPhone with Apple ID?

Apple ID can be used to sign into Apple Services, such as the App Store, iCloud, Apple Music, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. With an Apple ID, you can enjoy various services on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and other Apple devices. In addition to accessing different services, Apple ID can help you unlock your iPhone when locked or disabled. If you forget the Apple ID password, no worries, there are several options to unlock an iPhone with or without an Apple ID and password.

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Part 2. How to Unlock an iPhone with Apple ID

There are three options for you to unlock an iPhone with an Apple ID and password. You can directly enter your Apple ID password to erase your iPhone or remotely reset your iPhone by logging into iCloud or using the Find My app. To unlock your iPhone with Apple ID, you can follow the below instructions.

Options	Requirement	Difficulty
Security Lockout Screen	Apple ID Password An iPhone Network Enabled Find My	⭐⭐⭐
iCloud.com	Apple ID Password A Connected Device Enabled Find My	⭐⭐
Find My App	Apple ID Password An iPhone	⭐⭐⭐

Option 1. Erase iPhone on Security Lockout Screen

You can directly enter your Apple ID password on the Security Lockout screen, which can permanently wipe all the data and settings on the iPhone. Then you can set up your iPhone and use a new passcode.

For iPhone in iOS 15.2 to iOS 16:

Step 1. Enter your passcode until the Security Lockout screen appears.

Step 2. Tap the Erase iPhone option at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 3. Tap Erase iPhone to confirm, then sign out of your Apple ID by entering your Apple ID password.

Step 4. Proceed to tap Erase iPhone, and all of your data and settings will be deleted.

For iPhone in iOS 17 or Later:

Step 1. Enter your passcode until you see the iPhone Unavailable screen.

Step 2. Press on Forget Passcode? at the bottom and tap Start iPhone Reset.

Step 3. Input your Apple ID password to sign out of the Apple ID on your iPhone.

Step 4. Hit on Erase iPhone to delete all data on iPhone. If you use an eSIM with iOS 17 or later, you can also save your eSIM and erase the data.

Option 2. Reset iPhone to Factory Settings with iCloud

iCloud is a cloud platform where you can store all the data and settings synced from your Apple devices. By logging into iCloud, you can also find your iPhone and remotely reset your device to the original factory settings.

Step 1. Navigate to iCloud.com and log into iCloud by entering your Apple ID and password.

Step 2. Click the Find My button, then click the All Devices button at the top of the screen.

Step 3. From the drop-down device list, find your disabled iPhone and click it to open the device info window.

Step 4. In the pop-up window, click the Erase This Device button, then click it again to confirm.

Option 3. Wipe Passcode on iPhone via Find My App

When you have more than one Apple device, you can make use of the Find My app to erase your iPhone with your Apple ID password. Here you also need your trusted phone number for unlocking your device.

Step 1. Run into the Find My app on your other Apple device and tap Devices.

Step 2. In the device list, find your disabled iPhone and tap Erase This Device.

Step 3. Proceed to tap Continue and input your trusted phone number for your device.

Step 4. Tap Erase and enter your Apple ID password, then tap Erase to confirm.

Option 4. Unlock iPhone with Apple Support

For any Apple product or technical issues, you can seek help from Apple. There are various channels to contact Apple for assistance, such as online consultation, phone calls, offline Apple stores, and more. Here's how to unlock your iPhone through the Apple Support app.

Step 1. Go to the Apple Support official website.

Step 2. Input the issue you encountered in the search box.

Step 3. Choose call or chat with the Apple support.

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Part 3. Extra Tip: How to Unlock Apple iPhone without Apple ID

Sometimes, you fail to unlock your iPhone passcode with an Apple ID due to unknown reasons. When you don't remember your Apple ID password or the Find My feature is disabled on your iPhone, you cannot reset your device with the Apple ID to unlock it. Thankfully, here you can use an iPhone unlocking tool to get your disabled iPhone unlocked.

MagFone iPhone Unlocker uses best-in-class unlocking technology to help you unlock various screen locks on Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch in different situations. This tool can be used to remove various screen locks, including Face ID, Touch ID, and digit code. Here you can use MagFone iPhone Unlocker to unlock your iPhone without knowing the Apple ID password.

Step 1 Connect iPhone to Computer and Run MagFone

Use a USB cable to connect between your iPhone and your computer. Then open MagFone iPhone Unlocker on the computer and choose to enter the Remove Lock Screen option. Proceed to click the Start button after your device is detected.

Step 2 Download the Matching Firmware for iPhone

After putting your device into recovery mode, you need to check the device information of your iPhone. Make sure the information isn't wrong, or you have to correct it manually. Then click the Download button to get the firmware package for your device.

Step 3 Start to Unlock iPhone without Apple ID

Now you can unlock your iPhone by clicking the Unlock button at the bottom right corner of the software. Then MagFone software will unzip and verify the firmware package, then your device will be unlocked within several minutes. Once the process of unlocking iPhone is complete, click the Done button to end the process.

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Part 4. FAQs about Unlocking iPhone with Apple ID

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Part 5. Conclusion

You should now be able to use your disabled iPhone as normal. If you can remember your Apple ID and password, you can try the above methods to reset your device to unlock it. If you can't, however, you can use MagFone iPhone Unlocker to quickly and easily unlock iPhone without passcode or Apple ID.