How to Reset a Locked iPad in 5 Ways? [Video Guide]

Category: Unlock iPhone

November 7, 2024 3 mins read

If you forget the iPad passcode and has tried multiple incorrect entries, the device may end up showing the "iPad Unavailable" message. In this case, the only way to access a locked iPad is by resetting it.

So, how to reset a locked iPad? If you find it challenging to wipe a locked iPad, please read on this article to learn about 5 practical methods.

Before delving into the 5 ways to wipe a locked iPad, you can learn the differences between each method.

Points	LockWiper	iTunes	iCloud	Another Device	Erase Option
Rating by Users	9.5	8.2	7.5	7.1	6.0
Find My	It works whether Find My is on or off	Need to turn off Find My	Need to turn on Find My	Need to turn on Find My	No need Find My to involve
Apple ID Password	It works without Apple ID password	No need to enter Apple ID password	Apple ID password required	Apple ID password required	Apple ID password required
iPad Version Limitation	Compatible with all iPad models				For iPadOS 15.2 and later
Success Rate	99%	85%	70%	65%	40%

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Unlike other methods, LockWiper can easily reset your locked iPad without password in minutes. Also, it doesn't require Apple ID password nor Find My feature for factory resetting the iPad, which is required by other solutions.

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Key Features of Locked iPad Reset Tool:

• No Restrictions: Easily reset a locked iPad without password, whether Find My is on or off.
• Completely Reset: Completely erase your locked iPad, you can set up iPad as new later.
• All-in-One: Unlock all types of iPad screen locks, including security lockout and iPad unavailable screen.
• 100% Secure: Wipe a locked iPad without iCloud passcode with 100% safety.
• Time-saving: 5 minutes only to factory reset iPad and erase all iPad data and settings.
• Wide Compatibility: Support all iPad models, including iPad Mini/Air/Pro running iPadOS 17/18.

Here are the steps on how to reset a locked iPad without password.

First, download and install LockWiper on your computer. Launch it, to click the Start to Unlock button.

Step 1: Use a USB cable to connect your device and click Start button to proceed.

Step 2: To reset a locked iPad, you need to download the firmware file. Click the Download button to get it.

Step 3: When the download completes, click the Unlock button to begin the process of resetting your locked iPad.

When the process completes, you can see this Finish window. It takes 5-10 minutes to reset your locked iPad, and you can see that the whole process requires no password. After resetting, you can set up and use your iPad again.

You can also watch this intuitive video to erase a locked iPad:

When your iPad is disabled, you can use iTunes to factory reset this locked device by putting iPad in recovery mode, which can temporarily disable the lock screen for iTunes to access the device’s system directly.

However, to wipe a locked iPad without passcode, you have to make sure that the Find My feature on your iPad is disabled, or you may stuck in activation lock after factory reset.

To restore a locked iPad to factory settings using recovery mode, follow steps below.

Step 1: Connect your iPad to the computer using a USB cable, then launch iTunes.

Step 2: There are different ways to put different iPad in recovery mode, follow the steps here.

Step 3: iTunes will recognize your iPad and you can choose the Restore button directly.

Step 4: Wait for the factory reset a locked iPad process to complete and you can access and set up your iPad.

Tips

Some users have reported that iTunes can't recognize the locked iPad even if it's in recovery mode dur to the some software glitches. At that time, restarting the computermay help. If not, there are a few more methods to try.

If iTunes fail to detect your locked iPad, you can factory reset an iPad that is locked by using the Find My feature, which can work only when you're enabled it before the iPad is locked.

Also, to make sure that this method works, the Apple ID and password are required.

If you've enabled this feature, you can follow the simple steps below to erase iPad without passcode.

Step 1: Visit the iCloud's official website. Sign in using the Apple ID and password used on the locked iPad.

Step 2: Once logged in, find and choose Find iPad option.

Step 3: At the top, click on the All Devices option, if Find My is enabled, your iPad will be showing on this page.

Step 4: Choose Erase iPad to erase all iPad data and reset the iPad that is locked without password.

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If iTunes doesn't detect your locked iPad, or you can't access iCloud on web, you can learn how to wipe an iPad that is locked using another device like iPhone or iPad.

Likewise, this method requires Apple ID and password. Also, Find My should be turned on your locked iPad beforehead.

To factory reset an iPad that is locked, steps are listed below.

Step 1: Launch the Find My app on another device, like iPhone or iPad.

Step 2: Log in using the Apple ID and password that is associated with the locked iPad.

Step 3: Find your locked iPad from the list, then click on Erase This Device option.

Step 4: When asked, enter the Apple ID password again. Your locked iPad will be wiped clean after that.

iPad has an "Erase iPad" option that can reset a locked iPad from the lock screen. This feature is available on devices running iPadOS 15.2 or later, allowing you to factory reset iPad without password or computer.

To use this method, besides the limitation for the device's model, here are two other requirements: You need to know the Apple ID and password; Your iPad is connected to the internet for this option to appear.

If your device meets the requirements, here's how to use it.

Step 1: Enter the wrong passcode several times for your iPad to display the "iPad Unavailable" message with the "Erase iPad" option appear on the bottom right of the screen.

Step 2: Tap the Erase iPad option to begin the process. Enter your Apple ID password to sign out of your Apple ID account, which is essential for the reset process to continue.

Step 3: After entering your Apple ID password, the iPad will begin restoring it to factory settings. When the process completes, your locked iPad will be reset.

1 How to factory reset iPad when locked out?

You ought to have enabled the Find My feature on your iPad before it got stuck. If so, you can factory reset iPad without passcode by iCloud.

• Visit iCloud.com site using another iOS device. Then sign in with your Apple ID and password.
• Next, open the Find My option and click on All Devices. You'll find a list of devices connected to your iCloud account here.
• Select your locked iPad, then click on the Erase iPad option. Your iPad will be wiped clean.

2 Can you wipe a stolen iPad?

Yes. It is possible to wipe a stolen iPad. You can remotely erase the data on your stolen iPad by logging in to iCloud.com, but you need to make sure that the Find My feature is enabled on your stolen iPad.

• First, go to icloud.com/find and sign in to Find My.
• Next, click on the All Devices option and select your stolen iPad. You will see a list of your registered devices.
• Once you select it, click the Erase Device option.
• Your stolen iPad will then be wiped clean.

3 How to factory reset iPad with buttons?

• Press and hold the Top button until the Recovery Mode screen appears.
• Select iPad on the left side of the iTunes window. Click Restore.

4 How to reset a locked iPad without a computer?

Wipe iPad without a computer via iCloud Find My. You will require another iDevice to receive an authentication code. Also, enable cellular or WiFi network connection on your iPad.

• First, open iCloud.com using another iDevice. Then enter your Apple ID and password to authenticate it.
• Tap on the Find iPad option on the iDevice. A list of your registered devices will be availed.
• Tap the All Device option and locate your iPad.
• Lastly, tap the Erase iPad option and then confirm the Erase. Your locked iPad will be reset.

5 Does factory reset remove activation lock?

In most cases, a factory reset does not remove the device's activation lock. For example, if the phone is factory reset with iCloud logged in, the phone will still ask for credentials for the iCloud account after rebooting.

Regarding the problem of how to reset a locked iPad, you can try any of the above 5 methods. If you want a method that won't be restricted by various requirements, iMyFone LockWiper is the best for you, through which you can factory reset iPad when locked out. 5 minutes only with 99% success rate.

Aaron Donald

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