How to Unlock iPhone 11, Apples New iPhone | Dr.fone

How to Unlock iPhone 11, Apples New iPhone | Dr.fone

Amelia Lv12

How to Unlock Apple iPhone 11, Apple’s New iPhone

It has happened to all of us at some point in the other. The chances of it happening are notoriously higher when you just started using it. We are talking of passcodes on iPhones. Apple requires setting up a 6-digit passcode to use some features such as Face ID on your Apple iPhone 11. So, you thought it was a great idea to set up your new Apple iPhone 11 with a new passcode, right? The only problem is that the 6 digits you thought are bulletproof and no one will be able to come up with them in relation to you, are not coming to you either. You forgot the newly set passcode, entered the incorrect passcode more times than the software was happy about, and the Apple iPhone 11 is locked now. What to do? Read on.

Part I: Why Is Your Apple iPhone 11 Locked?

There can be a few reasons why your Apple iPhone 11 is locked, the primary ones being that you bought a second-hand Apple iPhone 11 from someone who set it up with a passcode and decided it wasn’t for them and was nonchalant enough to sell it to you without removing the passcode from the Apple iPhone 11, or that you forgot the passcode to your new Apple iPhone 11 and entered it incorrectly a few times. In any case, help is at hand.

We understand how frustrating it can be when your newly purchased Apple iPhone 11 does not unlock because of a passcode entry issue, and all you want to do is get the screen unlocked. At Wondershare, we strive to create meaningful differences in the lives of the people that use our software and keeping that in mind, we have a solution for you to unlock your Apple iPhone 11 passcode screen using Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS).

II.I Using Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS) to Unlock the Locked Apple iPhone 11

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Dr.Fone is a set of modules that make life easy for you. Any kind of problem you can think of, it is likely that Dr.Fone has a remedy for it ready in its arsenal. A locked Apple iPhone 11 is no different. Here is how to use Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS) to unlock Apple iPhone 11 passcode:

Step 1: Install Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS) on your computer.

Step 2: Connect your locked Apple iPhone 11 to the computer.

Step 3: Launch Dr.Fone and select the Screen Unlock module.

Apple iPhone 11 unlock

Step 4: Select Unlock iOS Screen.

enter recovery mode

Step 5: Follow the on-screen instructions to boot the Apple iPhone 11 in Recovery Mode. If for some reason you are unable to boot into Recovery Mode, there are instructions at the bottom to enter DFU mode.

Step 6: Dr.Fone will tell you the phone model and the software installed on it. If it is incorrect, use the dropdown lists to select the correct information.

device model

Click Download to download the firmware file for your device.

download firmware

Step 7: Select the firmware package after the download completes. After the download completes, you can click Unlock Now to start unlocking the Apple iPhone 11.

In a short while, your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked. It is important to note that unlocking a locked Apple iPhone 11 cannot be done without wiping data.

II.II How to Unlock Apple iPhone 11 with Find My (iPhone)

Find My allows you to unlock your Apple iPhone 11 remotely if you want to. So, if you have forgotten the passcode and are unable to unlock your Apple iPhone 11, there is a way you can unlock it using Find My. Doing this will wipe your data from the Apple iPhone 11 device and set it up as new, though. Here is how to do that:

Step 1: If you have any other Apple device that is logged in with the same Apple ID as the Apple iPhone 11, you can launch Find My on that device. Else, you can visit https://icloud.com and log into the same iCloud account/ Apple ID as the locked Apple iPhone 11.

Step 2: Under Find My (or Find My iPhone if you are using the iCloud website), select your Apple iPhone 11 and click Erase iPhone and confirm.

find my iphone

That’s it. You will have wiped and unlocked your Apple iPhone 11 and it will start with factory settings. Note that this works only if the Apple iPhone 11 was connected to Find My in the first place. If not, then you always have Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS) to help you out.

II.III Put The Apple iPhone 11 in Recovery Mode

You can unlock your Apple iPhone 11 using Recovery Mode, yourself.

Step 1: Connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the computer and open iTunes. If you are on a Mac that runs macOS Catalina or higher, open Finder.

Step 2: Press the volume up button and let go. Press the volume down button and let go. Press the side button (power button) and keep holding it till Finder or iTunes detects the phone in Recovery Mode.

press volume botton

Step 3: Select Restore to download and reinstall the latest iOS on your Apple iPhone 11 and unlock Apple iPhone 11.

Part III: How to Turn Off Passcodes in Apple iPhone 11

If after reading all this and going through so much hassle to unlock the Apple iPhone 11, you feel that passcodes are not worth your time, we feel you. We designed Dr.Fone to help you be at ease and be safe with passcodes for when you forget them, but if you would rather not use passcodes at all, we understand where you’re coming from. Here is how to turn off passcodes for good on Apple iPhone 11:

Step 1: Launch Settings.

Step 2: Scroll down to Face ID and Passcode.

Step 3: Enter your passcode.

Step 4: Scroll down and select Turn Passcode Off.

turn passcode off

Step 5: Enter your passcode one last time.

You’re done. Now go ahead and forget the passcode forever. You will not need it again. Do note, however, that not using a passcode on your Apple iPhone 11 leaves not only your data but your Apple iPhone 11 itself in a highly vulnerable state. Anyone with access to your device can do anything on the Apple iPhone 11 device that you could, including setting up a passcode that you will then have to use this guide to unlock.

Part IV: More information about Apple iPhone 11/Apple iPhone 11 mini/Apple iPhone 11 Pro

The ways mentioned before should help you get out of the locked Apple iPhone 11 now. Here is a shortlist of the features of the Apple iPhone 11 range. You may learn more information about Apple iPhone 11 range that you may never know before.

5G Capability and Dual eSIM Support

The Apple iPhone 11 range builds on the Apple iPhone 11 12 range for 5G capability by supporting more bands than the Apple iPhone 11 12 lineup. 5G modems are the same across the Apple iPhone 11 lineup. the Apple iPhone 11 lineup supports dual eSIM for the first time ever in iPhones. You do get a physical SIM tray for one nano-SIM though, so don’t sit up.

Cinematic Mode

You might be wondering if you will get the highlight Cinematic Mode if you were to pick the cheapest of the Apple iPhone 11 lineup, that is, the Apple iPhone 11 mini. The answer is yes, you will. All Apple iPhone 11 models support Cinematic Mode.

Water Resistance and Charging

All Apple iPhone 11 models feature the same IP68 water resistance (that is a depth of 6 meters for up to 30 minutes) and feature MagSafe charging. No differences here, except that the Apple iPhone 11 mini is still capped at 12W charging with MagSafe, just like the Apple iPhone 11 12 mini was.

Part V: The Bottom Line

A locked Apple iPhone 11 is never a pretty sight. Fortunately, there are a couple of things you can do to try and unlock your Apple iPhone 11 and remove the passcode from your Apple iPhone 11. There is also Wondershare Dr.Fone - Screen Unlock (iOS) to unlock your Apple iPhone 11 for you when you need help removing the passcode from your Apple iPhone 11 and unlocking it.

How To Unlock A Found Apple iPhone 11?

What to do if you find an iPhone? If you are here, you might have found an iPhone, and now you want to know how to unlock someone’s iPhone. Well, you should first try to find the owner, but if you can’t find the owner, it’s probably because you need help finding information about them.

That is why you want to unlock that iPhone. So, in this article, we will teach you how to unlock someone’s iPhone with different methods. These methods will be constructive for you to quickly unlock the Apple iPhone 11 so you can return it to the rightful owner.

So, let’s get started.

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3 Efficient Ways to Unlock a Found iPhone

Unlocking an iPhone seems challenging, especially when it’s not yours, but it’s not impossible. You have various ways to unlock a found iPhone, but most are a waste of time. So, to save time and energy, we have compiled 3 efficient ways to unlock a found iPhone.

i found an iphone how do i unlock it

These methods will be easy to follow because of the detailed step-by-step guide.

1.Unlock it from Recovery mode

Many people need to realize that you can unlock your Apple iPhone 11 in Recovery Mode. This built-in feature of the Apple iPhone 11 allows you to turn your device to its factory settings.

unlock found iphone in recovery mode with itunes

But there are two ways to unlock a found iPhone from recovery mode. The old iPhones, like iPhone 5 to iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, can be unlocked from recovery mode differently, and the newer iPhone models have different methods.

So, let’s discuss both of them in detail.

Unlock iPhone 7 Plus and Older in Recovery Mode

If you want to unlock an iPhone 7 or older model in Recovery Mode, follow these instructions.

put iphone 7 plus or older in recovery mode

  1. First, connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the computer with a lightning cable and launch iTunes.
  2. Now, turn off your Apple iPhone 11 and then press and hold the Home button and Sleep/Wake button simultaneously. Keep holding both buttons until you see the recovery mode screen.
  3. Once you see the recovery mode screen, release both buttons. Now, you will see a message in iTunes saying, “There is a problem with the Apple iPhone 11 that requires it to be updated or restored.”
  4. Click on the Update button, and iTunes will try reinstalling iOS erasing your data. Once the process is completed, your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked.

Now, set up your Apple iPhone 11, and you are good to go.

Unlock iPhone 8 and Update Models in Recovery Mode

The process of unlocking an iPhone 8 or newer model differs from the older models. So, follow these instructions if you want to unlock an iPhone 8 or later in Recovery Mode.

put iphone 8 and newer iphones in recovery mode

  1. First, connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the computer with a lightning cable and launch iTunes.
  2. Now, turn off your Apple iPhone 11 and press and quickly release the Volume Up button. After that, press and release the Volume Down button immediately, and hold the Side button until you are in the recovery mode screen.
  3. Once you see the recovery mode screen, release the Side button. Now, you will see a message in iTunes that says, “There is a problem with the Apple iPhone 11 that requires it to be updated or restored.” Or another message that says restore this iPhone. You can click on any option.
  4. Click on the Update or Restore button, and iTunes will try reinstalling iOS while also erasing your data. Once the process is completed, your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked.

Now, set up your Apple iPhone 11, and you are good to go.

2. Unlock it via the DNS server

If the above method doesn’t work or iTunes is not detecting that iPhone, you can follow this method.

found iphone how to unlock via dns

  1. This method is easy to follow and doesn’t require any technical skills.
  2. All you need is the DNS server IP address.
  3. Connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the Wi-Fi network and go to Settings -> Wi-Fi. Now, tap the “i” button next to the Wi-Fi network you need to connect to.
  4. Scroll down and tap on the Configure DNS option. Now, select the Manual option and enter the DNS server IP address.
  5. For US servers, you can use 74.82.42.42 or 208.67.222.222
  6. For UK servers, you can use 8.8.8.8 or 8.8.4.4
  7. For Canadian servers, you can use 199.85.126.10 or 208.67.222.222
  8. For Australian servers, you can use 1.1.1.1 or 208.67.222.222
  9. After that, tap the Save button and connect to the Wi-Fi network. Now, open the Safari browser, redirecting you to the activation screen.
  10. Follow the instructions on the screen, and your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked.

3. Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock

If none of the above methods can be used for you, there is an ultimate method that will surely help you if you want to unlock a found iPhone.

Here are the simple steps that can help you.

  1. First, connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the computer with a lightning cable and launch Dr.Fone on your computer.

drfone screen unlock

  1. Now, click on the Screen Unlock option from the main interface.
  2. After that, click on the iOS Screen Unlock to begin the process.

unlock found iphone via unlock ios screen

  1. Now, put your Apple iPhone 11 in DFU mode or Recovery mode according to your Apple iPhone 11 model.
  2. If you have no idea about it, don’t worry. The software will provide on-screen instructions to help you put your Apple iPhone 11 in DFU mode or Recovery mode.

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  1. Once your Apple iPhone 11 is in DFU mode or Recovery mode, the software will ask you to start downloading the necessary firmware for your device. So, choose an appropriate firmware according to the Apple iPhone 11 model.

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  1. After downloading the firmware, click the Unlock Now button to begin the unlocking process.

start unlocking found iphone

  1. Once the process is completed, your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked, and you can set it up again.

unlock ios screen

So that’s how you can easily unlock a found iPhone. This method has been tested, and it will surely work for you. So, if you have an iPhone that is locked or disabled, you can use this method to unlock it without any problem.

What Can I Do to Contact Its Owner?

Once the found iPhone is successfully unlocked, you can contact its owner in many ways.

Following are some of them that work.

Contact the owner with the phone number in lost mode

Many iPhone owners habitually put their phone numbers in lost mode. So, you can check if any phone number is available in the lost mode. If a phone number is available, you can contact the owner and return the Apple iPhone 11 to them.

contact the owner with the phone number in lost mode

The rightful owner of the Apple iPhone 11 activates lost mode. You can see the lost mode on the notification panel, where a message will show that the phone is lost. The owner can also remotely lock the phone using this mode.

Check medical ID in an emergency call

There is a feature in the Apple iPhone 11 known as medical ID. This feature can help you contact the owner of the found iPhone if they are unavailable.

contact the owner with the help of emergency medical id

To do this, go to the emergency call screen and tap on the Medical ID option. Here, you can find out the name and phone number of the owner. So, you can use this information to contact the owner and return the iPhone.

Take photos to communicate with the owner via iCloud

This is a great way to contact the owner of a lost iPhone. You can use this method if you cannot find the owner’s phone number in the lost mode or medical ID.

contact the owner with the picloud share photo library

To do this, go to Settings -> iCloud -> Photos and turn on the iCloud Photo Library. Now, take some pictures with the found iPhone, and they will be automatically uploaded to iCloud.

Most people who have lost their iPhones often check their iCloud, and once they find out that someone is taking pictures and uploading them to their iCloud, they will try to communicate with you.

And that’s how you can also communicate with them and ask for contact details so that you can return their phone and be a good citizen.

The Bottom Line

So, that’s how you can unlock a found iPhone and contact its owner. I hope this article will help you find the lost iPhone owner and return it to them.

All the methods mentioned above have a high success ratio, but the last ultimate method is better than all because it will unlock the Apple iPhone 11 within minutes.

Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock is one of the most effective ways can help you to unlock a found iPhone. This method has been tested, and it will surely work for you. So, if you have an iPhone that is locked or disabled, you can use this method to unlock it without any problem.

Can You Unlock Apple iPhone 11 After Forgetting the Passcode?

If you forget the passcode on your Apple iPhone 11, you won’t have the option to access its information and use it flawlessly. What’s more disturbing is that if you keep entering the wrong ones, your Apple iPhone 11 will be locked. It would help if you opened it, be it a 4-digit passcode, 6-digit passcode, Fingerprint, or Face ID.

If you forgot passcode on iPhone, the main thing you can do with your iDevice is to make an Emergency call. You should erase your Apple iPhone 11 if you don’t remember your screen unlock code. But don’t worry; we have many solutions available here. Keep reading to learn about the best tool, i.e., Dr.Fone, for screen unlock.

Part 1: Can I Unlock My iPhone When I Forgot Passcode?

Yes, you can unlock your locked iPhone without a passcode. If you forgot passcode on iPhone, Apple’s proper prescribed way is to reset your Apple iPhone 11. In other words, do a factory reset to erase the passcode. However, many individuals can’t do this strategy since it’s irksome and may lead to a few unforeseen issues. Such issues can worsen the condition.

Therefore, we have introduced some alternate ways to unlock your iDevice. You can even use an expert tool to remove this issue. Keep following us to find out more about our recommended methods.

1. Use Find My

Utilizing iCloud if the Find My feature is enabled before you forgot iPhone passcode. By visiting iCloud.com, you can erase your Apple iPhone 11 from a distance. Moreover, you can eliminate the Apple iPhone 11 device’s screen lock to unlock it.

To erase the passcode using the Find My feature on iCloud:

Step 1. Go to iCloud.com and enter your Apple account credentials and log in to your account.

Step 2. Pick “Find iPhone” and go to “All Devices” > “Erase iPhone”.

find my

2. Use Recovery Mode with iTunes

How to bypass the Apple iPhone 11 passcode or eliminate the passcode? The method is to utilize iTunes. However, using iTunes to restore the Apple iPhone 11 in recovery mode will erase all data from the Apple iPhone 11 device.

It will wipe out the iDevice. Therefore, you must back up your data to restore it later. Without any backup accessible, you will permanently lose everything on the iDevice.

Additionally, ensure you remember the Mac ID credentials on the iDevice, or you won’t be able to use it. Finally, utilizing iTunes will eliminate the lock screen’s passcode but not the firmware. Considering all these, bypassing a passcode isn’t so hard. Here’s how to bypass the Apple iPhone 11 passcode with iTunes:

Step 1. Enter the recovery mode on your Apple iPhone 11, iPad, or iPod Contact.

  • On iPhone 8/8 Or later: Hold the Power/Side button on your phone and one of the volume buttons. Keep holding until the power off slider shows up. Flip the slider to switch off the iPhone. Next, press and hold the power button and connect your Apple iPhone 11 to the PC. Hold the button until the Apple iPhone 11 transforms into the recovery mode screen.
  • On iPhone 7/7 Or Below: Press and hold the power button until you see the slider. Flip the slider to switch off the iPhone. Press the Volume Down button and connect the Apple iPhone 11 to the PC. Continue to hold the button until you see the recovery mode screen.

Step 2. Restore your Apple iPhone 11.

After connecting your Apple iPhone 11 to the PC, you will see a popup window in iTunes saying, “There is an issue with the ‘iPhone name’ that needs it to be restored.” In that window, select “Restore” to erase the iPhone. (If iTunes doesn’t run, open iTunes by double tapping it.)

Step 3. Set up iPhone.

Hang tight for the process to wrap up. Then, a short time later, go to your Apple iPhone 11 and follow the on-screen directions to set up and utilize your phone again.

itunes unlock

3. “Erase iPhone” Option

However long the locked iPhone has a functioning WiFi connection, you can now delete the Apple iPhone 11 device from the lock screen. This method only works if it is running iOS 15.2 or above.

erase iphone

After several wrong attempts, an “Erase iPhone” choice will appear on the screen’s lower part. Just tap on that, confirm you need to erase the Apple iPhone 11 and enter your Apple ID details afterward. The device will then reset itself, completely deleting all data and beginning as a new one.

If the Apple iPhone 11 device can’t connect to WiFi or data, the Apple ID approval step will fail. Then the Apple iPhone 11 cannot be erased, and you will need to turn to the conventional DFU strategy.

4. Use Siri

You can also use Siri to bypass the Apple iPhone 11 passcode. Using Siri to erase the lock is an iPhone hack existing on iOS devices running iOS 8.0 to iOS 10.1. You can utilize Siri to bypass your Apple iPhone 11 passcode by switching off cellular data. You also need to read a new message and set a reminder, and that’s just the beginning.

That is an indirect method for bypassing a forgotten passcode on iPhone. In any case, it is just available on a few iOS variants.

To erase the lock screen passcode with Siri on iOS 8 to iOS 10.1:

Step 1. Press and hold the “Home” button to actuate Siri on your Apple iPhone 11.

Step 2. Advise Siri to set a reminder.

Step 3. Tap the recently added reminder to open the “Reminders” application.

Step 4. Click the “Home” button and go to the Home screen. Presently you have effectively bypassed the lock screen.

use siri

As you might be aware, this way is helpful because of iOS bugs. This method is also viewed as a method for hacking the iPhone. In later iOS versions, Apple fixed these bugs. In this manner, it works on iPhones running iOS 8.0 to 10.1.

5. Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock

The Apple iPhone 11 unlock software Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock will help to open the password without iTunes. It is well-versed in unlocking screen locks from various iOS devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and iPod contact. With it introduced on your PC, you can eliminate your Apple iPhone 11 lock screen effectively. It can remove the 4-digit password, 6-digit password, Fingerprint, or Face ID.

Therefore, Dr.Fone is a decent option if you like to sidestep the passcode on your Apple iPhone 11 without Siri or iTunes. To fix more issues, such as bypassing the enactment lock without the past proprietor, Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock will be a decent option for you. The following steps illustrate how you can unlock your lock screen passcode:

Step 1. Connect your Apple iPhone 11/iPad

Open the Dr.Fone program on your PC and select “Screen Unlock” among all the options from the home page.

select screen unlock

Connect your iOS device to the PC through a USB connector. Then, at that point, click the “Unlock iOS Screen” option on the screen.

unlock ios screen

Step 2. Boot iPhone in Recovery or DFU mode

Before sidestepping the Apple iPhone 11 lock screen, we want to boot it in Recovery or DFU mode by adhering to the on-screen directions. Therefore, the Recovery mode is suggested for the iOS lock screen. Yet, if you can’t actuate the Recovery mode, you can also use the DFU mode.

enter recovery mode

Step 3. Affirm iOS device information

After putting the Apple iPhone 11 device in DFU mode, Dr.Fone will show the Apple iPhone 11 device information, for example, the Apple iPhone 11 device Model and OS Variant. You can choose the correct data from the dropdown menu if the information is incorrect. Then, at that point, click Download to download the firmware for your device.

select phone model

Step 4. Unlock the Apple iPhone 11 screen lock

After the firmware is downloaded effectively, click Unlock Now to begin unlocking your Apple iPhone 11/iPad.

unlock now

Simply shortly, your Apple iPhone 11 will be unlocked effectively. Note that this unlocking process will wipe the user data on your Apple iPhone 11. However, it is practical to erase this issue from your device.

Part 3: How Can I Turn Off/On My Passcode?

  • Open your Settings application and look down until you track down the choice for the password menu. On iPhones with a home button, this will be named “Fingerprint and Password.” On new ones, it is “Face ID and Password.” Click this choice.
  • Enter your current password.
  • Look down until you track the “Turn Passcode Off” choice and tap it.

go to settings

  • Click again to agree with your decision to turn off your passcode.

turn on off passcode

The Bottom Line

Indeed, if you forgot the passcode on the iPhone, there are a few ways to get into your phone again. However, the best way is to use professional software to do the task for you. Therefore, we strongly suggest you install the Wondershare Dr.Fone-Screen Unlock software. It is a security tool and worth trying when you forgot iPhone passcode. So download it today for a quick unlocking experience.


  • Title: How to Unlock iPhone 11, Apples New iPhone | Dr.fone
  • Author: Amelia
  • Created at : 2024-07-15 06:00:59
  • Updated at : 2024-07-16 06:00:59
  • Link: https://iphone-unlock.techidaily.com/how-to-unlock-iphone-11-apples-new-iphone-drfone-by-drfone-ios/
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