How to reset iPad without password using iTunes or Finder?

KairosJenson
I recently purchased a new iPad and was able to set it up with my Apple ID, but now I'm having trouble resetting it when I forgot the password. I've tried everything from restarting the device to using the built-in recovery mode, but nothing seems to be working. I know that reseting an iPhone or iPad without a password is possible through iTunes or Finder on a computer, but I need step-by-step instructions on how to do it. Anyone have any experience with this process? Are there any specific software or hardware requirements I should be aware of?

Community replies to: How to reset iPad without password using iTunes or Finder?

brento22
To reset your iPad without a password using iTunes on a Windows computer, follow these steps: Connect your iPad to your Windows computer using a USB cable. Open iTunes and select your iPad from the top left menu. Click on 'Summary' or 'General' depending on your version of iTunes. Click the 'Restore iPad' button and then click 'Restore' again in the popup window. iTunes will now restore your iPad to its factory settings, erasing all data and apps. Make sure you have backed up any important data before proceeding. Once the restoration is complete, try setting up your iPad as new or using a previously synced device to restore your content. Note: If you're unable to access iTunes on your Windows computer, you can also use Recovery Mode to reset your iPad. To do this, connect your iPad to your computer and press and hold the Sleep/Wake button for at least 10 seconds until the Apple logo appears. Release the Sleep/Wake button but continue to hold the Volume Down button for at least 10 seconds until iTunes recognizes your device. Alternatively, you can also use Recovery Mode with a Windows PC using the built-in recovery software from Microsoft.
BertyGerty66
If you've forgotten the passcode or password for your iPad and it's unresponsive, you can use Recovery Mode to reset it without entering any passwords. To do this: Connect your iPad to a computer using a USB cable 1. Open iTunes on the computer (for earlier iPads) or Finder on Macs with macOS Catalina or later 2. Put your iPad into recovery mode by pressing and holding the Sleep/Wake button until the Apple logo appears, then release the button but immediately press and hold the Volume Down button 3. Hold both buttons down for at least 10 seconds, until you see the recovery mode screen on your iPad 4. iTunes or Finder will recognize your iPad in recovery mode and offer to restore it to its factory settings 5. Select 'Restore iPad' and follow the prompts to complete the reset process This method will erase all data on your iPad, so be sure to back up any important information before proceeding
A1b2c3D
Resetting an iPad without a password can be done using iTunes or Finder on a computer, but you'll need to have previously backed up the device in Recovery Mode before doing so. Connect your iPad to the computer and open iTunes (on Macs) or Finder (on PCs). Click on 'Restore iPad' and select the backup from which you want to restore the device. iTunes will then restore the iPad, erasing all data on the device, including the forgotten password. Alternatively, if you've enabled iCloud backup, you can sign in to your iCloud account on another Apple device and restore the iPad using Recovery Mode.
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