How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

If you’re an iPhone user who can not use the device as you like because of the limited screen time, then you may wonder how to remove or reset screen time passcode on iPhone without Apple ID and passcode. Then you are at the right place as this post will introduce some methods to achieve this goal. Among them, some methods can even remove the screen time without Apple ID and data loss. Keep reading.

Method 1: Try Default Screen Time Passcode (May Not Work)

Before moving to any critical steps to remove screen time passcode, you can always try out the default passcode first. This method is especially workable for iPhones running iOS 12 as their screen time passcode is directly transferred from the previous restriction passcode.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Method 2: Remove Screen Time Passcode Without Apple ID (No Data Loss)

When it comes to screen time passcode removal, WooTechy iDelock will be your best option. One of the main reasons to use it is that all your data will be kept on the device and no need of Apple ID or passcode during the process. Besides, it is super easy to use and can remove the screen time passcode in minutes. You can check some of its brilliant features below.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Features of iDelock:

  • It is an all-in-one iOS unlocker and decrypter to remove the screen time passcode, Apple ID/iCloud account, MDM lock and screen passcode.

  • It requires no Apple ID and passcode, and causes no data loss when removing the screen time passcode.

  • It is very easy to use and supports all iPhone/iPad/iPod touch models and iOS versions including the iOS 16.

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How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Follow the steps given below to use iDelock for removing your screen time password.

Steps 1: The very first thing you need to do is launch the WooTechy iDelock on your computer and select Unlock Screen Time Passcode mode.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Steps 2: Now, connect you iOS device to your computer with a USB cable. If you see the connection has not been detected yet, then click on Your Device can't be recognized to fix the issue.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Steps 3: There are 2 options for you to choose based on your own situation,

  • If the Screen Time passcode is set directly from Settings. Choose the first option.

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  • On the next interface, click on Start.

  • How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

  • Then iDelock will begin removing your Screen Time passcode immediately. After a few minutes, you can see the successful message.

  • How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

  • If your Screen Time passcode is set from Family Sharing, then you need to choose the second option.

  • How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

  • If Find My iPhone is disabled on your iPhone, iDelock will start removing the passcode right now. If the Two-Factor Authentication is enabled, then you need to check and confirm your device status. After that, click on Next.

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  • You'll see a pop-up window. Read the notice carefully and input 000000 to proceed.

  • How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

  • Within 10 minutes, the Screen Time passcode will be removed from your device.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Method 3: Remove Screen Time Passcode by Erasing All Content and Settings (Data Loss)

You can also remove the screen time passcode by erasing all content and setttings, while this method will cause all your data to lose and you can not restore the backup as it will bring back the screen time passcode again. To do it, Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Enter your screen time passcode and confirm your action. Then all you need is waiting for it to complete.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Method 4: Remove Screen Time Passcode via iTunes Restore (Data Loss)

Another method to remove screen time passcode is restoring iPhone via iTunes. Similarly, you will experience data loss and can not restore the backup, or everything you do will be in vain. Here is how to do it.

Steps 1: Update iTunes to the latest version and launch it. Then connect your device to the computer.

Steps 2: Click on the device icon on the top-left corner and go to Summary.

Steps 3: Choose Restore iPhone and confirm your action.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Method 5: Remove Screen Time Passcode Using Pinfinder (Below iOS 13)

If your iPhone's system version is below iOS 13, more specifically, iOS 7 to iOS 12.4, then you can use a free tool called Pinfinder. It is a free program which is generally used to backup iTunes on iOS devices. It also allows to find out the restrictions passcode that was set previously on the Apple device. It is compatible with Windows, Max or Linux Systems so you can use it seamlessly. However, if your computer's system is MAC OS X Mojave (10.14), you’ll have to allow terminal programs to approach the backup data created by iTunes.

How to factory reset ipad without screen time passcode

Bonus Tips: Methods You Can Try to Hack Screen Time Passcode (May Not Work)

Method 1: Utilize the Messages App to Watch YouTube

A loophole in iPhone allows people to watch the YouTube video via iMessages. Just ask your friend to send you the link of videos you like via message, then you can watch it by click the link. This method will let you watch the video without the time limit.

Method 2: Uninstall and Reinstall Apps

Another way to reset the screen time is uninstalling the app you want to use after the time limit is up, then reinstall it from the App Store. After that, you'll find the screen time has been reset and you can get one more chance to use it.

Method 3: Record your screen to find Passcode

This is a tricky way to get the screen time passcode and you need to do it carefully. To do it, you need to open the screen recording function in the control center and let it run in the background. Then, ask your parents or someone else to enter the screen time passcode. Finally, you can check the recorded video and know what the passcode is.

Final Words

This article has introduced 5 different methods to remove screen time passcode without Apple ID. Here the WooTechy iDelock is strongly recommended as it not only requires no Apple ID and passcode, but also causes no data loss. Just give it a nice try!

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How do I bypass Screen Time code on iPad?

On an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
Make sure that your device is updated to iOS 13.4 or iPadOS 13.4 or later..
Go to Settings > Screen Time..
Tap Change Screen Time Passcode, then tap Change Screen Time Passcode again..
Tap Forgot Passcode?.
Enter the Apple ID and password* that you used to set up the Screen Time passcode..