3 Ways to Unlock a Disabled iPhone/iPad Without iTunes Backup

Samuel Spenser publicado em agosto 11, 2026Desbloquear iOSLeitura de 3 minutos

"iPhone/iPad is disabled. Connect to iTunes." Some Apple devices show this notification on screen when permanently locked. By connecting to iTunes, you can restore from backup and unlock the screen. But what if you've never used iTunes before, or your PC is currently unavailable? It's okay; there are still methods to unlock a disabled iPhone/iPad without iTunes.

Desbloquear iPhone e iPad desativados sem o iTunes

Neste artigo:

Part 1. "iPhone/iPad is Disabled. Connect to iTunes": How Did It Happen
Part 2. How to Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad Without iTunes
Part 3. The Standard Way: Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad with iTunes
Part 4. Plan Ahead: How to Create an iTunes Backup for iPhone/iPad

Part 1. "iPhone/iPad is Disabled. Connect to iTunes": How Did It Happen

After you enter incorrect passcodes too many times, the iPhone or iPad activates its security lock. It starts with temporary locks for 1 minute, 5 minutes, and 15 minutes, increasing as the number of failed attempts grows. When you reach 10 incorrect entries, you get completely locked out with this notification: "iPhone/iPad is disabled". That is to say, you can only regain access by resetting the device.

So, before you go on to the next part, you need to understand that data loss is basically inevitable now. And it would be a relief if you got a backup on iCloud, iTunes, or other devices, which means you don't have to lose it all.

Part 2. How to Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad Without iTunes

Method 1. Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad Using imyPass iPassGo

How do you unlock a disabled iPhone without iTunes? imyPass iPassGo is the easiest solution. It's a dedicated program for removing almost all types of locks on iOS devices. It doesn't require a login or anything techy. You need nothing more than some clicks on a computer.

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Passo 1

Download and install the software on a PC or Mac.

Passo 2

Connect your disabled iPhone or iPad to the computer with a cable.

etapa 3

Launch imyPass iPassGo. In the Desbloquear tela do iOS seção, clique Comece a desbloquear. It auto-detects your device immediately.

Passo 4

Clique no Começar button to load the device info. Look at the info carefully; if you find something wrong, correct it before you proceed. When you're sure everything is good, click Começar para baixar o pacote de firmware.

Etapa 5

After the download finishes, click Desbloquear. Read the notification that appears, and type 0000 to confirm that you want to unlock the iPhone or iPad. Then it starts unlocking. Keep your devices connected until it's finished.

Method 2. Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad via Find My App

How to unlock a disabled iPad or iPhone without a computer? Use Find My App, which is available on any Apple device, including mobiles.

For this solution, you need:

Another Apple device.
Wi-Fi connection.
Your Apple ID and password
Encontre o meu activated on your disabled iPhone/iPad.

Passo 1

On an available Apple device, sign in to the same Apple account linked to your locked iPhone or iPad, and open the Encontre o meu Aplicativo.

Passo 2

Tap the name of your locked device.

etapa 3

Toque Erase iPad / Erase iPhone. This wipes all data on it, including the screen lock. After it finishes, you can open it without a passcode and set it up again.

Method 3. Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad on Browser

Without Apple devices, you can still access Find My on a browser. This method requires the same conditions as Method 1 except for the Apple device part.

Passo 1

Open a browser (any browser would work) and go to icloud.com.

Passo 2

Clique Entrar. Enter your Apple ID and password. It needs to be the same account as on the locked device.

etapa 3

Then you will see a map showing where your devices are. From the Todos os dispositivos list at the top, find the disabled iPhone or iPad, and click on it.

Passo 4

In the device info window that shows up, click Erase iPhone / Erase iPad. You may be required to enter your ID and password again to confirm it.

Etapa 5

Once erased, your previously locked device will restart and show the Hello screen. Go through the setup process, and at the Tela de aplicativos e dados. you can restore from an iCloud backup, if you have one.

Part 3. The Standard Way: Unlock Disabled iPhone/iPad with iTunes

How to fix a disabled iPhone/iPad when you do have an iTunes backup? In this case, things are much easier. Here's an easy-to-follow guide for restoring from iTunes.

Passo 1

Find a PC with iTunes. If you're using the Apple Devices App, it also works; they share the same sync feature.

Passo 2

Turn off your locked iPhone/iPad completely. Connect it to the computer, then put it into Recovery Mode.

iPhone 8 and later / iPad without Home button: Press and release Aumentar o volume, então Volume baixo. Then press and hold the Lado botão.
iPhone 7 / 7 Plus: Pressione e segure o Top / Side button together with the Volume baixo botão.
iPhone 6s or earlier / iPad with Home button: Pressione e segure o Lar button together with the Top / Side botão.

Keep holding the buttons until you see the Recovery Mode screen, which appears as a cable linked to a computer.

etapa 3

Open iTunes on your computer. Wait until iTunes detects your iPhone or iPad, and then you'll see a prompt asking you to update or restore it. Choose the Restaurar option. If iTunes doesn't automatically prompt, go to Resumo in iTunes, then click the Restaurar button next to your device info.

Passo 4

iTunes downloads the latest compatible iOS firmware. Then it wipes the device and reinstalls the iOS.

Etapa 5

Now you can set up the device again like new. If you have an iTunes backup, this is when you use it. Walk through the setup process, and at the Aplicativo e dados tela, toque Restaurar do Mac ou PC. Then select the backup you want on iTunes and wait for it to finish.

Part 4. Plan Ahead: How to Create an iTunes Backup for iPhone/iPad

With an iTunes backup, you won't lose that much data. It's a small thing to do that can save you a lot of hassle.

You can only back up on iTunes when your iPhone or iPad is in a normal state. So get prepared before trouble finds you.

Passo 1

Connect your iPhone / iPad to the computer with iTunes using a cable.

Passo 2

Unlock your iPhone / iPad. If it asks whether you want to trust this computer, tap Confiar e digite sua senha.

etapa 3

On iTunes, click the dispositivo button. Choose to back up on Este computador.

Passo 4

Clique Fazer backup agora. iTunes then starts copying your data. By default, the backup files are saved at C:\Users\\Apple\MobileSync\Backup\.

Dica

Worried about privacy? You can set an Senha de backup do iTunes to avoid someone else accessing your data. Just go to the Summary tab and turn on Encrypt local backup.

Conclusão

How to unlock an iPhone/iPad when it is disabled? Even though iOS tells you to use iTunes, you can still unlock the disabled iPhone/iPad in other ways. Find My is Apple's official feature for resetting a disabled device. In case Find My is not enabled on your locked device or you forget your Apple ID password, the ultimate solution, imyPass iPassGo, is always there.

Samuel Spenser

Samuel specializes in password security and digital privacy. He used to work as a cybersecurity consultant for small businesses to protect digital assets. With certifications in Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking, he turns complex security topics into easy-to-follow advice. He also enjoys sharing password tips to help users protect their accounts more confidently.