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How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?

05/19/2020

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This is a tutorial about how to bypass iCloud lock (activation lock) if you forget the Apple ID password. 


But this method only applies to a Mac device. 


And please be aware that the checkra1n Jailbreak only supports 


Jailbreak for iPhone 5s through iPhone X, iOS 12.3 and up.


Precautions:


1. Bypassing the activation lock does not mean logging out of the logged-in Apple ID. If you re-swipe the device or erase the device, you need to reactivate it.


2. After bypassing the activation lock, you cannot call or use the mobile network, but the WiFi function can be used normally.


3. iPhone 5s can't use this tool to bypass activation lock after upgrading to iOS 12.4.5. It may have different effects on different devices and different versions of the system. It is recommended that you try a few more times.


First, Jailbreak


Please download checkra1n Jailbreak on the official website: https://checkra.in/


How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?


After entering the DFU mode, the software will automatically execute the jailbreak step


How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?

How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?

How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?


Second Bypass iCloud lock


You can download this tool on 3u forum: iCloudBypass tool 


Open the installed iCloudBypass tool on the Mac. After the iPhone is turned on, use the data cable to connect to the Mac. After the connection is successful, the iCloudBypass main interface will display the device information. At this time, click the "Start Bypass" button and the tool will automatically complete the bypass operation.


How to Bypass iOS Activation Lock If Forgetting Apple ID?


Windows
Mac OS
iOS
Linux
3uTools
Win 64-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
Download
Win 32-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
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3uTools V3.18
2025-09-18
Please use the 3uTools PC client to install the iOS client:
1、 Install either the Windows or Mac version of 3uTools on your computer
2、 Open the PC client and connect your device to the computer via USB cable
3、 After the connection is successful, wait for the computer to automatically install the mobile app for the device, or locate “Install Mobile App” on the computer and manually click to install.
3uTools
deb file
v3.01 2025-11-20
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rpm file
v3.01 2025-11-20
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Windows
iOS
Android
3uAirPlayer
Win 64-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
Download
Win 32-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
Download
iOS Device Mirroring (No App Required)
1、 Install 3uAirplayer on the Windows PC
2、 Open Control Center and select Screen Mirroring
3、 From the list, choose your PC to start mirroring
4、 Or connect your iOS device to the PC via USB to begin mirroring
Scan to get "3uAirPlayer" App