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Apple Watch - Remove Device Password

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Apple Watch - Remove Device Password

Here's how to reset your Apple Watch if you forgot your passcode and are unable to unlock it.
The steps below apply to the Apple Watch® Series 3 and newer models.
If you can't unlock your Apple Watch, do one of the following to remove your passcode:

Use Your Paired iPhone

Ensure your Apple Watch and the paired iPhone are kept close together when resetting from the iPhone Watch app.
  1. From your iPhone, open the
    Watch app Apple watch icon
    .
  2. Tap the
    My Watch tab
    (lower-left).
  3. Tap
    General
    then tap
    Reset
    .
  4. Tap
    Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings
    .
  5. To confirm, tap
    Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings
    again to complete the Watch Reset.
    You may be required to enter your Apple ID password.
  6. Tap one of the following (options may vary based on model):
    • Erase All and Keep Plan
      Choose this option if you have an Apple Watch Series 3 as it must remain paired with an iPhone.
    • Erase All
    • Cancel

Use Locked Watch

  1. Connect your watch to the charger.
  2. Press and hold the
    Side button
    .
    Side Button and Digital Crown
  3. When presented with the 'Power Button icon' (upper-right), press and hold the
    Digital Crown
    until the 'Erase all content and settings' prompt appears.
  4. Tap
    Reset
    .
  5. To confirm, tap
    Reset
    .