The reality is that this is one of those important passwords that need to be written down and tucked away somewhere. These challenges are what make these accounts secure. Answer from gulliverian on reddit.com
Macworld
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How to reset an Apple ID password | Macworld
May 14, 2025 - If you were hoping that you can just ask Apple for help hacking that forgotten Apple ID be prepared for disappointment: Apple cannot recover or reset the password in any circumstances.
Rogers
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How to Reset Apple ID password - Rogers
Select System Preferences, then choose the Apple ID you wish to reset. Click Password & Security, then select Forgot Apple ID or Password. A pop up will appear and ask you to change your password, you can now skip to Step 4.
Forgot my Apple ID password and need to reset it but can’t seem to do so without knowing my Apple ID password. Am I stupid or is this just horrible design?
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August 2, 2025Forgot iCloud password, but can't reset because different phone number on iCloud account...
Go to iforgot.apple.com from a web browser on any device. Enter your Apple ID email address and click "Continue". When prompted for your phone number, enter the old phone number that was associated with your account, even though you no longer have access to it. Click "Continue". On the next screen, there should be an option (there used to be) like "I don't have access to this number" If so, follow the prompts to request account recovery. You will probably need to answer some account security questions to verify your identity. Apple would then send a verification code to the email address associated with your Apple ID. If you can access that email, use the code to continue resetting your password. I believe the above still works - it did in previous years. If you can't access the email either, you'll need to request to update the trusted phone number on file. Apple will guide you through additional verification steps. Once verified, you can set a new trusted phone number and then reset your Apple ID password using that new number. More on reddit.com
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If you don’t have another trusted number or a working phone you can place the SIM card into to get the SMS, then this is your only path to an eventual solution.
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June 10, 2019Itunes- Forgot encryption password for local backup.
Hey! The encryption password is stored on your device now not in iTunes. Even if you delete the backup and try to make a new backup (as you did), it will still use the same password. I'd recommend transferring any information you can to your computer like videos and pictures. Switch on iCloud syncing for your contacts, notes, reminders, calendars. Restore your phone to factory settings and set up as new. Sign in with your iCloud information to retireve your contacts, notes, reminders, safari data etc. You should now be able to do un-encrypted backups or at least make an encryption with a new password.! More on reddit.com
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What to Do If You Forgot Apple ID Password – Passwarden
Go to https://appleid.apple.com, find the “Forgotten your Apple ID or password?” and click on it.
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December 14, 2023 - ... If you're attempting to change ... aren't signed in with your Apple ID. You'll perform this by selecting "Forgot Apple ID or password?" when the option appears....
CNET
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Hassle-Free Ways to Reset Your Forgotten Apple ID Password - CNET
September 17, 2024 - While setting up a new Apple device, you'll be asked to sign into your Apple ID. If you can't remember your password, no worries. Here's how to reset your password during the setup process. 1. During device setup, select Forgot Apple ID or Password? whenever the option is available.
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How to Recover Your Apple ID Account When You’ve Forgotten the Password
June 25, 2023 - If you can’t reset your Apple ID password because you forgot it, you should try recovering your account via account recovery. The process is straightforward; you only need to submit an account recovery request with iforgot.apple.com.
Apple
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If you forget your Apple Account password - Apple Support (CA)
If you forget your Apple Account password, you can reset it using Apple Account settings on your Mac. Go to the System Settings app on your Mac. Click “Sign in” at the top of the sidebar. Click Forgot Password, enter your Apple Account email address or phone number, click Continue, then ...
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r/iCloud on Reddit: Forgot my Apple ID password and need to reset it but can’t seem to do so without knowing my Apple ID password. Am I stupid or is this just horrible design?
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I have an old 7 plus that I’ve decided to sell (downsizing) but I haven’t used it in a few years and have no idea what the Apple ID password was. So that means I can’t turn off find my to wipe it so I can sell it. I’ve tried selecting forgot password through both the settings and at iforgot.apple.com but it just sends me an OTP which I need to reset it. Problem is it sends the code to the email associated with the account which is an iCloud email and of course I can’t access the iCloud email to get the code to reset the password because I can’t sign into iCloud without the @!,$;:/ password! Am I stupid or was this system designed by a sadist? How on earth do you fix this if it seems you’re locked out at every turn?
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The reality is that this is one of those important passwords that need to be written down and tucked away somewhere. These challenges are what make these accounts secure.
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Am I stupid No comment 😉 If you have lost access to (or never setup) any of the accounts recovery options, you are left with the Account Recovery method. You need to contact Apple Support who will be able to help you with this.
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If you forgot your Apple Account password - Apple Support (CA)
1 month ago - After setup, you can reset your password in Settings: iPhone or iPad: Go to the Settings > Apple Account. Tap “Sign in manually”, and then tap “Forgot password?” and follow the onscreen instructions.
Apple
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Change your Apple Account password - Apple Support (CA)
1 month ago - Enter your current password or device passcode, then enter a new password and confirm the new password.
Apple
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If you forgot your iPhone passcode or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support (CA)
September 17, 2025 - This troubleshooting article walks through steps for iPhones with different button types (Face ID, Home Button, etc.), including how to enter recovery mode, erase your iPhone, restore it from backup, and recover access to your Apple ID if necessary.
EaseUS
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How to Reset Apple ID Password with Email When Forgot it
Step 1. Open a browser on your computer or your iPhone, and then visit the iForgot Apple ID password resettings page. Step 2. Enter your Apple ID email.
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Forgot Apple ID Password? Here's How to Reset It Easily
October 13, 2025 - If you have forgotten your current password, tap Forgot Password. Now, verify using your trusted device and phone number. Once done, enter the new password and verify. Note: If you have Recovery Key enabled in the Recovery Methods, Apple will ...
Digital Trends
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How to reset your Apple password on iPhone or web - Digital Trends
February 16, 2024 - One way to reset your password is by logging onto the Apple ID account page and following these steps. Step 1: To start, go to appleid.apple.com and click Forgot Apple ID or Password in the center of the page.
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r/applehelp on Reddit: Forgot iCloud password, but can't reset because different phone number on iCloud account...
June 20, 2024 -
Okay, so this is an interesting one - could use some help here!
When I bought my iPhone about a year ago, I was in the process of shutting down my business, including the company phone plan. Due to some weirdness, I had to get a temporary phone number, and it's this phone number (let's call it Temp_Phone_Number) that the Apple Store rep used to set up my iCloud account.
I then forgot my iCloud password (as so many of us do, right!?), and have been unable to reset the password because my iCloud account has Temp_Phone_Number attached to it, which is no longer in service - I now have my original phone number back that I used with my company. I can't change the phone number associated with my iCloud account without logging in, though, and I can't log in, because I don't remember my password. I'm stuck.
I've been on multiple customer service calls with Apple, and have gone into the store for help, and literally, nobody has been able (or willing?) to help me with this. I can't download apps onto my phone without being logged into my iCloud account, which has been so frustrating.
I understand and even appreciate that Apple has secure practices here that make this challenging, but it shouldn't be impossible, right? Does anybody know of a workaround that I haven't thought of? This is so frustrating. Thanks in advance for the help!
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Go to iforgot.apple.com from a web browser on any device. Enter your Apple ID email address and click "Continue". When prompted for your phone number, enter the old phone number that was associated with your account, even though you no longer have access to it. Click "Continue". On the next screen, there should be an option (there used to be) like "I don't have access to this number" If so, follow the prompts to request account recovery. You will probably need to answer some account security questions to verify your identity. Apple would then send a verification code to the email address associated with your Apple ID. If you can access that email, use the code to continue resetting your password. I believe the above still works - it did in previous years. If you can't access the email either, you'll need to request to update the trusted phone number on file. Apple will guide you through additional verification steps. Once verified, you can set a new trusted phone number and then reset your Apple ID password using that new number.
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I am also facing the same problem. I had a Gmail account linked with it.. but unfortunately I deleted that Gmail account. So.. no phone number no Gmail. Just came here to ask the same question.
Apple
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Apple Account - Official Apple Support
Here’s how to reset your Apple Account password and regain access to your account.
Published September 23, 2024
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iCloud Recovery - Apple iCloud
Recover files deleted from both iCloud Drive and other apps within the last 30 days, or restore an earlier version of your Calendar, Contacts and Safari bookmarks.
Quora
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Why am I unable to reset my Apple ID password? - Quora
Answer (1 of 2): I have read some comments and can see that it also depends on the use of Apple if’s etc. so, I have had the same Apple password since I started owning a Mac In 2003 - however it was a favoured combo. A few years ago I was getting requests to allow Apple equipment to be added to m...
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