For most people who purchase a second-hand iPhone, their biggest problem comes when they want to set up the device but they don’t know the device’s Apple ID and password. Unless you know the owner of the device, this situation can be very tricky indeed, since you already spend money on the device and the previous owner is long gone or in a foreign country.
The best solution in this situation is to find ways to remove the Apple ID from the iPhone without a password. In this article, we will share with you the most effective solutions to do that. Read on and check out.
Part 1. What is Apple ID and How Does It Work?
Your Apple ID is the account that you use to access all Apple services. These include the App Store, iCloud, Apple Music, iMessage, FaceTime and so many more. It is usually in the form of an email address and password that you use to access these services. Therefore, if you don’t have an Apple ID or you don’t know the password, you may be unable to access these Apple ID features and iCloud services.
Part 2. How to Remove ID from iPhone without Password
2.1 Using iPhone Passcode Unlocker
One of the best ways to remove the Apple ID on your iPhone even if you don’t have the password is to use a third-party unlocking tool like MobePas iPhone Passcode Unlocker. This tool is designed to help you bypass all iCloud and Apple ID lock issues on your iOS device and the following are some of the features that make it highly effective:
- It is very easy to use and will work even if you enter the wrong passcode numerous times and the device gets disabled or the screen is broken and you can’t enter the passcode.
- You can also use it to remove your iCloud and Apple ID if Find my iPhone is enabled on the device without access to the password.
- It is useful for a number of other functions such as removing screen lock, including 4-digit/6-digit passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID.
- You can easily and quickly bypass the MDM activation screen and remove the MDM profile without a username and password.
- It is compatible with all iPhone models and all versions of the iOS firmware including iOS 15 and iPhone 13 mini/13/13 Pro (Max).
To remove the Apple ID on your iPhone without a password, follow these very simple steps:
Step 1: Download and install MobePas iPhone Passcode Unlocker onto your computer and then launch it. In the main window, click on “Unlock Apple ID” to begin the process.
Step 2: Now connect the iOS device to the computer using USB cables and then wait for the program to detect the device. You may need to unlock the iPhone and tap on “Trust” for the program to detect the device.
Step 3: Once the device has been detected, click on “Start to Unlock” to remove the Apple ID and iCloud account associated with the device.
And one of the following will happen:
- If Find My iPhone is disabled on the device, the program will begin unlocking the device immediately.
- If Find My iPhone is enabled, you will be prompted to reset all settings on the device before continuing. Simply follow the on-screen prompts to do it.
It is very important to keep the device connected to the computer until the process is complete. When the device has been unlocked, you will be able to set up and use your own Apple ID to access Apple services.
2.1 Using iTunes
You might also be able to remove the Apple ID without a password using iTunes. To do this, you need to put the device into recovery mode and then restore it on iTunes. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Ensure that you are running the latest version of iTunes and then connect the iPhone to the computer.
Step 2: Follow this simple procedure to put your iPhone in recovery mode, depending on the device model:
- For iPhone 8 and later models – press and release the volume up button and then press and release the volume down button. Press and hold the power button until the recovery screen appears.
- For iPhone 7 and 7 Plus – press and hold the power button and the volume down buttons at the same time. Keep holding the buttons until the recovery mode screen appears.
- For iPhone 6 and earlier models – press and hold the power and home buttons at the same time until the recovery mode screen appears.
Step 3: In iTunes, you should see a message with the option to “Restore” or “Update” the device. Choose “Restore”.
As soon as the process is complete, you will be able to set up the device as new. But this solution will only work if Find My iPhone is not enabled on the device.
Part 3. Forgot Apple ID Passcode? How to Reset It
If you forgot your own Apple ID passcode, you can easily reset it using an iPhone or Mac from the device’s settings. Here’s how to do it:
On iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch:
- Open the Settings on your iDevice.
- Tap on {Your Name} > Password & Security > Change Password.
- If a passcode is enabled on the device and you are signed into iCloud, you will be prompted to enter the passcode.
- Just follow the onscreen instructions to update the password.
On a Mac running macOS Catalina:
- Click on the Apple Menu and then select “System Preferences > Apple ID”.
- Click on “Password & Security”.
- When prompted to enter your Apple ID password, click on “Forgot Apple ID or password” and then follow the instructions.
On a Mac Running Mojave, High Sierra, or Sierra:
- Click on the Apple menu and then go to “System Preferences > iCloud”.
- Click “Account Details” and when prompted to enter your Apple ID and password, click on “Forgot Apple ID” and then follow the onscreen instructions to reset the password.