Quick Fix:

  • Check if you have written the password down in a secure place
  • Ensure you have access to your trusted phone number
  • Check other Apple devices (Mac, iPad) where you might still be signed in
  • Try your iPhone screen passcode; sometimes it can reset the ID password

Steps to Reset Your Apple ID Password

1 Reset Directly from iPhone Settings

If you’re already signed in to your iPhone but forgot your Apple ID password, you can reset it without the old one. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Sign-In & Security > Change Password. Your iPhone will ask for your Screen Passcode. After entering it, you can set a new Apple ID password right away. This is the quickest and safest way to reset your password.

Resetting Apple ID password via iPhone settings

2 Use a Friend's Device (Apple Support App)

If you don’t have your own device, you can use a friend’s or family member’s iPhone. Download the Apple Support App from the App Store. Tap Support Tools > Reset Password > A different Apple ID. Enter your forgotten Apple ID and follow the identity verification steps. Your data stays private—nothing from your account will be saved on their device.

Using Apple Support app for password reset

3 Use the iForgot Web Portal

If you don’t have an Apple device nearby, use any web browser and go to iforgot.apple.com. Enter your Apple ID (the email you use for Apple services) and follow the instructions. You’ll be asked to confirm your trusted phone number and may need to answer security questions or get a verification code by email to reset your password.

Resetting password via iforgot web portal

Security Requirements

  • Passwords must be at least 8 characters long
  • Must include an upper case letter, a lower case letter, and at least one number
  • You cannot reuse a password that was used within the last year
  • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is now mandatory for all new resets

Pro Tips:

  • Recovery Contact: Set up a "Recovery Contact" in Settings > Sign-In & Security so a trusted friend can help you get back in if you're ever locked out again.
  • Account Recovery: If you have no trusted devices and can't verify your number, you'll enter "Account Recovery." This can take a few days for Apple to verify your identity.
  • Legacy Contact: Set up a Legacy Contact to ensure your loved ones can access your data in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don't have access to my trusted phone number?

If you can’t get SMS codes, you’ll need to start the Account Recovery process at iforgot.apple.com. This includes a waiting period while Apple verifies your identity for security.

Will resetting my password sign me out of other devices?

Yes. After you change your password, you’ll need to enter the new one on your Mac, iPad, or Apple Watch to keep syncing your Apple services.