iPhone unlocking without erasing
My iPhone is locked due to my children playing with it. How do I unlock my iPhone without erasing everything?
iPhone 8, iOS 15
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How do I unlock my iPhone without erasing everything?
Sorry is not possible.
If you have made a backup before, you can restore from the backup afterwards.
See -> How to remove your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch passcode without a computer
How to remove your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch passcode without a computer - Apple Support
-> If you forgot your passcode, you can use your Apple ID and password to erase and reset your device.