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Recover Screen Time Passcode
We would like to share some problems our customers encountered:
“I forget the passcode. I need to reset screen time.”
“Hello i would like to remove the restrictions passcode on my iPad. Can you help me?”
"I forgot the passcode I set for the Screen Time restriction on my iPhone 11. How can I get rid of it?"
If you just encounter the similar situation above (forgot the Screen Time passcode or Restrictions passcode on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch?), don't worry, you can try “Recover Screen Time Passcode” mode to recover your screen time (also called Restrictions under iOS 12) passcode with a few clicks. The following instructions will help you do it.
Tech Specs
| Windows | Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, both 32bit and 64bit |
| Mac | macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) and above |
| iOS | All iOS Devices with iOS Version 5 and above |
| Hard Disk Space | 100 MB and above free space |
| RAM | 512MB system memory |
| CPU | Pentium IV 2.4 GHz or above |
| Others | Apple Device Driver (iTunes) |
1. Before running PhoneRescue, you're supposed to download the newest version of iTunes to help detect iPhone/iPad/iPod touch.
2. To avoid the automatic sync, please don't launch iTunes while running PhoneRescue. We also suggest you to disable the automatic sync in iTunes beforehand: Launch iTunes > Preferences > Devices, check “Prevent iPods, iPhones, and iPads from syncing automatically”.
Supported Device Models
| iPhone Series | iPhone 3G - iPhone 18 Series |
| iPad Series | iPad - iPad 11 |
| iPod touch Series | iPod touch 1 - iPod touch 7 |
All devices with iOS version 5 and above.
Differences between Free & Activated Version
| Benefits | Free Version | Pro Version |
| Recover Screen Time Passcode |  |
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If PhoneRescue does not meet your expectation, please do not purchase the Pro version. If PhoneRescue meets your needs, you can you can See Pricing to get the most suitable plan.
Step 1.Download PhoneRescue on Your Computer.
Before you start recovering screen time passcode, get the tool downloaded onto your computer (For Windows or For Mac). Please make sure the network is stable while downloading and installing PhoneRescue on your computer.
Step 2. Select “Recover Screen Time Passcode” Mode.
Download and install PhoneRescue on your computer. Then, please launch PhoneRescue on your computer and choose “Recover Screen Time Passcode” mode.
Choose “Recover Screen Time Passcode” Mode
Step 3. Connect Your iOS Device to Computer with USB Cable.
Once you connect your iOS device to computer, PhoneRescue will detect your device automatically. If you don’t connect your iOS device to computer or your iOS device isn’t recognized, the "Next" button will be greyed out and you will see “Please connect your device” interface.
Please Connect Your Device to Computer
Once your iOS device is detected, the interface below will display.
Your Device Is Connected
If PhoneRescue fails to detect your iOS device, you may try these troubleshooting steps to solve this issue.
Step 4. Download the Firmware Package.
To recover passwords stored on iOS device, PhoneRescue will recover them from an encrypted backup. If you haven’t made an encrypted backup, after clicking “Next” button, please enter a random password to make an encrypted backup at first. And please remember the password you created.
Encrypt Backup with Password
It takes some minutes to download the package, so please just keep patient. At the same time, please make sure Internet connection is stable.
If you haven’t created an encrypted backup yet, PhoneRescue will back up device firstly and the default password is 0000. After the Screen Time passcode recovery process is completed, PhoneRescue will uncheck the encrypted backup automatically.
Step 5. Decrypted Backup with Password.
After decrypting backup successfully, PhoneRescue will analyze your device data by default. Meanwhile, the analyzing time varies based on the size of files on your device and the complexity of passcode. Please keep patient.
Wait for the Aalyzing Preocess
Step 6. Recover Screen Time Passcode.
After analyzing process is completed, PhoneRescue will display the Screen Time passcode. If you want to go back to home page, please click "Home" button.
Screen Time Passcode Recovered Successfully
Locked out of your iPhone? Forgot Apple ID? Want to get rid of the MDM restrictions on your iPhone/iPad? Can't unlock Screen Time passcode? If you encountered the similar issues mentioned above, you can also give our another software a try- named AnyUnlock
FAQs About Recovering Screen Time Passcode
1. What is a Screen Time passcode on an iPhone?
A Screen Time passcode is used to protect Screen Time settings, including App Limits, Downtime, and Content & Privacy Restrictions. It is different from the passcode you use to unlock your iPhone. If you forget it, you may be unable to change certain settings or access restricted features.
2. Can PhoneRescue for iOS recover a forgotten Screen Time passcode?
Yes. PhoneRescue for iOS includes a feature designed to recover a forgotten Screen Time passcode. Connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your computer, select “Recover Screen Time Passcode,” and follow the on-screen instructions to analyze your device and retrieve the passcode.
3. How do I recover my Screen Time passcode using PhoneRescue?
Launch PhoneRescue for iOS on your computer and connect your iOS device using a USB cable. Select “Recover Screen Time Passcode” under the device repair or passcode recovery tools. Click the Next button, enter the encrypted backup password if prompted, and wait for PhoneRescue to analyze your device. Once the analysis is complete, your Screen Time passcode will be displayed.
4. Do I need an iTunes backup to recover my Screen Time passcode?
An existing iTunes backup is not required. If no encrypted backup is available, PhoneRescue can create a backup of your device before analyzing it. Make sure your computer has enough free storage space before proceeding.
5. Why does PhoneRescue ask for my encrypted iTunes backup password?
If your device backup is encrypted, PhoneRescue needs the correct backup password to decrypt it and continue analyzing your data. This password is different from your iPhone lock screen passcode and your Screen Time passcode.
6. What is the default backup password created by PhoneRescue?
When no encrypted backup exists, PhoneRescue creates one using the default password 0000. This password is only used for the backup created by PhoneRescue and does not apply to your existing iTunes backup password or Screen Time passcode.
7. Will recovering my Screen Time passcode erase my iPhone data?
The Screen Time passcode recovery process uses a backup and data analysis to retrieve your passcode without erasing your device. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully and avoid disconnecting your device during the process to protect your data.
8. How long does it take to recover a Screen Time passcode?
The recovery time depends on the amount of data on your device, your computer's performance, and whether a backup needs to be created or decrypted. The analysis may take several minutes or longer. Ensure that your computer has sufficient free disk space and wait for the process to finish.
9. What should I do if PhoneRescue cannot detect my iPhone?
Check that your iPhone is connected securely using a working USB cable. Try another USB port, make sure your computer recognizes the device, and restart PhoneRescue if necessary. If the device is still not detected, update the relevant Apple device drivers or Apple software on your computer and try again.
10. What should I do if PhoneRescue cannot recover my Screen Time passcode?
Make sure you have selected the correct recovery feature and entered the correct encrypted backup password if prompted. Keep your device connected and ensure that your computer has enough free storage space. If the analysis fails or no passcode is displayed, restart the software and try again. If the problem persists, contact the Support Team and provide a screenshot of the error message.
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Try It Out & Share Your Feedback!
We'd love to hear how PhoneRescue for iOS is working for you.
Give it a try and share your thoughts—your feedback helps us keep improving.
If you're enjoying PhoneRescue for iOS, we'd be so grateful if you could leave us a review on Trustpilot. Your support helps others discover PhoneRescue for iOS and motivates our team!
Thank you for being part of the iMobie community — we couldn’t do it without you!