If you find yourself in a situation where your iPhone is disabled and you don’t have access to iTunes, don’t worry, there are still ways to unlock it. Follow these steps to regain access to your device:
Use iCloud
If you have Find My iPhone enabled on your device, you can use iCloud to erase the disabled iPhone remotely. Here’s how:
- Go to icloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID.
- Click on ‘All Devices’ and select the disabled iPhone.
- Choose ‘Erase iPhone’ to reset your device and remove the passcode.
Use Recovery Mode
If you haven’t synced with iTunes or set up Find My iPhone, you can use Recovery Mode to restore your device. Follow these steps:
- Connect your iPhone to your computer and open iTunes.
- Force restart your iPhone by pressing and holding the Power and Home buttons simultaneously.
- When you see the recovery mode screen on your iPhone, choose ‘Restore’ in iTunes.
Use Siri Shortcuts
If your iPhone runs on iOS 12 or earlier, you can try using Siri Shortcuts to bypass the passcode. Follow these steps:
- Ask Siri to open any app that isn’t on your device, like the clock app.
- Tap on the app icon on the Siri screen.
- Now, you can access the app and data on your iPhone without entering the passcode.
By following these methods, you can unlock your disabled iPhone without relying on iTunes. Remember to set up a new passcode after unlocking your device for security reasons.