How To Reset Screen Time Passcode On Iphone Ipad And Mac

How to change Screen Time Passcode on iPhone, iPad or Mac

Are you trying different passcodes to unlock and use the Screen Time feature on your iPhone and iPad? Remember your device will be locked out after 10 failed Screen Time passcode attempts, and you can’t access Screen Time for one hour. So, it’s best to change your Screen Time Passcode.

For iPhone and iPad:

Your new Screen Time passcode will be updated on devices with the same Apple ID immediately if Share Across Devices is enabled. If you use Screen Time on Mac, follow the steps below.

For Mac:

Note: You may use the same passcode for Screen Time and your device unlock passcode. However, using a unique passcode for Screen Time is recommended to ensure your settings’ security.

How to reset Screen Time Passcode on your child’s device

Now, if you’re a parent using the family sharing feature on Apple devices, the procedure described below will assist you in recovering the lost Screen Time password.

For iPhone and iPad:

For Mac:

What to do if you can’t reset your Screen Time passcode?

While resetting the passcode, you may see no option for “Forgot Screen Time passcode.” Check if you’re logging in with the same Apple ID you used to set up the Screen Time passcode. It might not match the one you use to log in to your device. Also, you may try changing the Screen Time Passcode from your Mac if your iPhone has any glitches. In the case of the Family Sharing group, you must be the head or organizer to reset the passcode. Family members and child accounts are not allowed to change Screen Time settings. Reset and regain! I hope this guide helped you change a forgotten passcode on your Apple device and regain control of Screen Time. Regardless of whether you’re a parent trying to set a new passcode for your child or yourself, changing the Screen Time passcode is pretty simple and straightforward. Thank you for reading, and please let me know in the comments if this guide resolves your issue. Read more:

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