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How I can get photos from a disabled iPad before to restore it

I have an ipad2 and use it only to store photos. I forget the passcode and it is disabled now. How I can get all the photos out before reset it?

iPad 2, iOS 9

Posted on Jun 27, 2021 2:06 PM

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Posted on Jun 27, 2021 2:12 PM

Unfortunately, if the data is not backed up you will be unable to get the photos back.

You will need to restore your iPad by plugging it into a computer or Macbook with iTunes via the steps at If you’ve forgotten the passcode on your iPad, or your iPad is disabled – Apple Support

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Jun 27, 2021 2:12 PM in response to Question_21

Unfortunately, if the data is not backed up you will be unable to get the photos back.

You will need to restore your iPad by plugging it into a computer or Macbook with iTunes via the steps at If you’ve forgotten the passcode on your iPad, or your iPad is disabled – Apple Support

How I can get photos from a disabled iPad before to restore it

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