I apparently have a backup encryption password that I don't remember, how can I reset it

I need to reset my encryption password on iTunes

Windows, Windows 6

Posted on Nov 25, 2023 07:37 PM

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muguy

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Posted on Nov 26, 2023 06:39 AM

deselect the box to encrypt backups.

You cannot reset the current password or regain access to the current backup without the current password.

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muguy

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Nov 26, 2023 06:39 AM in response to LawyerJeff

deselect the box to encrypt backups.

You cannot reset the current password or regain access to the current backup without the current password.

LawyerJeff Author

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Nov 27, 2023 11:32 PM in response to muguy

Thanks

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