[4 Powerful Ways] How to Unlock iPhone 11 Passcode & Carrier

Method 2 Unlock Disabled iPhone 11 via the "Erase iPhone" Option Without Computer

Apple added the lock-screen ‘Erase iPhone’ option in iOS 15.2 and later as a way to reset a disabled iPhone without using a computer.

On newer software, Apple may also show Forgot Passcode? instead of the older Erase iPhone wording. In either case, you still need the Apple ID password linked to the phone because this reset does not use a computer.

Make sure to follow these prerequisites if you want to unlock your iPhone with the ‘Erase iPhone’ option.

• Your locked iPhone should run iOS 15.2 or later. On iOS 17 or later, you may see Forgot Passcode? instead of the older Erase iPhone label.
• You must already be signed in to the Apple ID linked to the iPhone. If you were not signed in before the lockout, this option usually will not appear.
• You need to know your Apple ID password
• Your locked iPhone must have a secure internet connection via Wi-Fi or a cellular network.

Steps to follow:

1. To get to the ‘Erase iPhone’ interface, keep entering the wrong passcode until the erase option appears at the bottom of the Security Lockout or iPhone Unavailable screen.


Security Lockout try again in 15 minutes

2. Click Erase iPhone and confirm your action again.


Security lockout click erase iphone



Sign out of apple id interface

3. Enter your Apple ID and password on the prompt “Sign out of Apple ID” interface so the erase can start.
4. Your iPhone will show the erasing progress with an Apple logo and the progress bar. Your iPhone will automatically restart when the procedure is completed, and then you can set it up again or restore a backup.


Showing the progress of the erase

Note: If the ‘Erase iPhone’ button is not responding, first make sure the iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. If it still does not work, return to the lock screen once more or move to the computer restore method below.

Apple only shows this lock-screen erase path on supported software. If your iPhone 11 runs a newer version, you may see Forgot Passcode? instead, and if you changed the passcode within the last 72 hours, Apple may let you use the previous passcode before forcing a full erase.

It might be difficult to follow all these requirements and it will be a waste of time if you still do not get to the ‘Erase iPhone’ option. The best solution to save your time and effort is to take help from a professional unlocking tool, Mobitrix LockAway.

Method 3 Bypass iPhone 11 Passcode via Find My iPhone

Find My is a great feature to locate your lost or stolen iPhone or any other iOS device. But what’s even better is that Find My comes with an “Erase it with ease” function too. It removes all your content on your iPhone 11 to set it up as a new device that also includes removing your passcode. You can restore your backup if you made one before getting locked out.

Requirements:

1. Find My must have been enabled on your locked iPhone 11.
2. Your iPhone 11 must already be signed in to the Apple ID linked to Find My.
3. The locked iPhone must have an internet connection via Wi-Fi or a cellular network.
4. You must remember your Apple ID and password

Follow the Steps:

Note: If you leave this process halfway through, Apple may ask you to sign in again and request another verification code. It is usually easier to finish the erase in one session.

1. Go to iCloud.com on your web browser or phone browser.
2. Enter your Apple ID and password


Enter your apple id and password

3. Now locate “Find Devices” and sign in again with your Apple ID and password if prompted.


Click Find iPhone



Enter your Apple ID password

4. Select your iPhone 11 from the list “All Devices”


Click all device and choose your device

5. Click "Erase iPhone". Confirm again by clicking erase on the "Erase this iPhone" prompt.


Click erase iphone



Click erase

6. If two-factor authentication is enabled, a verification code message will be sent to your trusted device. Enter the verification code to continue.


Two factor authentication

7. Enter your phone number and click next.


Enter your phone number

8. The iCloud website will prompt the erasing process with a progress bar and an Apple logo. If your iPhone is offline, the erase starts the next time it reconnects to the internet. After completion, your iPhone will restart automatically so you can begin setup again.


Srase started

9. iPhone shows "iPhone locked to owner". That means Activation Lock is still on, so you must enter the same Apple ID and password to continue and create a new passcode.

Note: At the "Apps & Data" screen, restore an iCloud or computer backup if you made one before the lockout. If you do not have a backup, continue setting up the iPhone as new.

Method 4 Unlock iPhone 11 via iTunes Recovery Mode

Recovery mode is a built-in troubleshooting mode that lets iPhone users restore a locked device while it is connected to a computer. The restore function in Finder, Apple Devices, or iTunes removes the screen passcode by erasing the iPhone 11 and reinstalling iOS.

Requirements:

1. A PC or Mac

   If you're using a PC:
   make sure Windows 10 or later is up to date, then use Apple Devices if it is available or install the latest version of iTunes.

   If you're using a Mac:
   For macOS Catalina or newer, open a Finder window.
   If using macOS Mojave or older, install and open the latest version of iTunes.

2. A compatible USB cable

Steps for Windows Users

Step-1 Turn off your iPhone

1. Disconnect your iPhone 11 from the computer (in case it is connected) and turn it off.
2. Press and hold the side and volume down button of your iPhone 11 and drag the slider to turn it off.
3. Wait for it to completely turn off.

Step-2 Put your iPhone in recovery mode

1. Connect your iPhone to a PC or Mac while holding the side button on your iPhone 11.
2. Keep holding the button till you see the recovery screen on your iPhone 11 and then release the button.

See the recovery mode screen

Note: If you see the passcode screen instead of the recovery screen, you will have to repeat step 1 to turn off your iPhone and step 2 to put your iPhone in recovery mode again.

Step-3 Restore your iPhone’s functionality

1. Open Finder, Apple Devices, or iTunes and select the Restore option on the prompt that says the iPhone needs to be updated or restored. Confirm by selecting Update and Restore on the next pop-up.


The iphone that requires it to be updated or restored



All of your media and other data will be erased

2. "iPhone software update" will appear; tap next and Agree to the terms. Your computer will start downloading the software for your iPhone 11 and restore it after the download finishes.
3. Depending on your internet speed, downloading can take from 20 minutes to 2 hours. You can check the progress from the icon in the upper-right corner.


click this icon to check the download process

4. After downloading is finished, the computer will delete and restore your iPhone to the latest iOS version supported by iPhone 11. Click Restore.
5. "Extracting software..." will appear in the upper-middle bar. It means the computer is preparing the restore files for your iPhone 11.


Preparing to restore the software on this iphone



iPhone software update

6. The restoring procedure then starts, and your iPhone 11 will automatically restart when it is done.


click this icon to check the download process

7. After your iPhone 11 is successfully restored, you can create a new passcode and restore an iCloud or computer backup if you have one.

Ios14 iphone12 pro setup restore from icloud backup ontap

Note: If you have not backed up your data in Finder, Apple Devices, iTunes, or iCloud before the lockout, choose "Don’t Transfer Apps & Data" when you reach the "Apps & Data" screen. If you do have a backup, choose “Restore from iCloud Backup” or “Restore from Mac or PC” based on where that backup is stored.

FAQs:

1. Can iOS 15.4 unlock an iPhone 11 using Face ID if wearing a mask?

iOS 15.4 introduced Face ID with a mask, but Apple limits that feature to iPhone 12 and newer models. iPhone 11 can still use Face ID normally without a mask, or you can use an Apple Watch or passcode when supported by your setup.

2. How to set your iPhone to automatically erase all the data?

Turning on automatic erase after repeated failed passcode attempts can protect the data on your iPhone 11. Here is how to enable it:

1. Go to Settings on your iPhone 11 and open the “Face ID & Passcode” section.
2. Enter your current passcode, then scroll down.
3. Turn on Erase Data and confirm by tapping Enable.

3. How to unlock an iPhone without typing the Passcode or face ID?

Voice Control is an Accessibility feature that makes it possible for you to unlock your iOS device such as iPhone 11 with voice commands. Here is a detailed guide on how to enable voice control.