How do I unlock iPad without the password?

My mum has locked her iPad and I’m trying to unlock it for her but she can’t remember her password (she had a stroke). Is there any way I can unlock her iPad for her without her password or what can I do to help.



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iPad mini 5, iPadOS 18

Posted on May 31, 2025 9:27 AM

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Posted on May 31, 2025 10:16 AM

Did she forget her Apple Account password or her iPad’s passcode?


For the passcode see the following support document.

click here ➡️ If you forgot your iPad passcode, use your Mac or PC to reset it - Apple Support


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May 31, 2025 2:14 PM in response to WolfJemma1

Then you’ll need to get access to her account first, then you can reset the passcode.


click here ➡️ If you forgot your Apple Account password - Apple Support


Your other option, is to contact Apple Support and request access to her account. The following support document describes how to do that for deceased relatives, but you may be able to follow it for her too.


click here ➡️ How to request access to a deceased family member’s Apple Account - Apple Support


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