How to Reset a Lost iPod Password
Back up your music., Press the Sleep and Hold buttons., Release the buttons., Create a new password.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Back up your music.
Though your phone is locked, it is possible to sync your device and back up your music before resetting your iPod.
This is extremely important to do beforehand as you may lose files in the factory reset.
Once you have completed backing up your iPod, you can disconnect it from your computer. -
Step 2: Press the Sleep and Hold buttons.
In order to restore your device to its factory settings, you must hold down the Home and Sleep buttons for 10 seconds.
The screen should go dark and the iPod will begin to reboot. , Only release the buttons when you see the Apple logo reappear.
This indicates that the reset has been successful. , Now that your iPod is reset, you will need to go through the initial guided setup process where you will be allowed to create a new password. -
Step 3: Release the buttons.
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Step 4: Create a new password.
Detailed Guide
Though your phone is locked, it is possible to sync your device and back up your music before resetting your iPod.
This is extremely important to do beforehand as you may lose files in the factory reset.
Once you have completed backing up your iPod, you can disconnect it from your computer.
In order to restore your device to its factory settings, you must hold down the Home and Sleep buttons for 10 seconds.
The screen should go dark and the iPod will begin to reboot. , Only release the buttons when you see the Apple logo reappear.
This indicates that the reset has been successful. , Now that your iPod is reset, you will need to go through the initial guided setup process where you will be allowed to create a new password.
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Shirley Jenkins
With a background in realestate, Shirley Jenkins brings 5 years of hands-on experience to every article. Shirley believes in making complex topics accessible to everyone.
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