How to unlock iPhone 17 Pro Max if you forgot the passcode:
- Use Forgot Passcode on the lock screen with your Apple ID
- Erase the device using iCloud Find My iPhone
- Restore the iPhone using Recovery Mode on a computer
Apple does not allow unlocking an iPhone without erasing data.
If You Forgot the Passcode on Your iPhone 17 Pro Max
If you can’t remember the passcode for your iPhone 17 Pro Max, you’ll need to erase the device to remove the passcode. Apple provides secure, official ways to do this using your Apple ID.
iPhone does not support pattern locks. Only numeric or alphanumeric passcodes are used.
Option 1: Use “Forgot Passcode” on the iPhone
If your iPhone is running a recent version of iOS, you can reset it directly from the lock screen.
Steps:
- Enter the wrong passcode until iPhone Unavailable appears
- Tap Forgot Passcode?
- Tap Start iPhone Reset
- Enter your Apple ID password
- Follow the onscreen steps to erase and set up your iPhone
This option requires an internet connection and your Apple ID.
Option 2: Erase iPhone Using iCloud (Find My)
If Find My iPhone is turned on, you can erase your device remotely.
Steps:
- Go to icloud.com/find
- Sign in with your Apple ID
- Select your iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Choose Erase iPhone
- Complete setup and sign in with your Apple ID
Option 3: Restore iPhone Using Recovery Mode
Use this option if you can’t access iCloud.
Steps:
- Connect your iPhone to a Mac or Windows PC
- Quickly press Volume Up, then Volume Down
- Press and hold the Side button until Recovery Mode appears
- Open Finder (Mac) or iTunes (Windows)
- Select Restore and wait for iOS to reinstall