[New Guide] How to Unlock iPhone SE Without Passcode?

Help! I forgot the passcode all of a sudden, and I couldn't access my iPhone SE. Can anyone tell me what I can do to unlock my iPhone SE without passcode?

As we all know, the passcode is an important lock to protect our privacy and data on the iPhone SE. However, some iPhone SE users easily forgot their passwords, leaving them unable to unlock their devices. It's not a simple thing for a average user to access his device without passcode. In this post, we'll introduce you five practical methods for how to unlock iPhone SE without passcode.

Part 1. 5 Methods to Unlock an iPhone SE Without Passcode

Let's try the following 5 methods to unlock your iPhone SE without passcode, you can try these methods one by one.

Method 1. Use Touch ID to Unlock iPhone SE

If Touch ID is enabled but you're unsure which finger was registered, try unlocking your iPhone SE by testing each finger. Be careful—too many failed attempts may disable your device. Start with your dominant hand for better results.

This method has a high success rate and allows you to resolve the issue directly on your iPhone SE without external tools. However, if Touch ID is not enabled or multiple failed attempts occur, your device may become disabled, which can take time to resolve.

Method 2. Use iTunes to Unlock iPhone SE

For most iOS users, they may try to access their locked iPhone SEs with iTunes, which is an official way by Apple Support. As iTunes enables you to restore your iOS devices without passcode, you can easily get into your disabled iPhone SE with the help of it. You can try this method following the steps beneath to unlock iPhone SE without passcode.

Step 1: To begin with, update the iTunes on your PC to the latest version and plug your iPhone SE into the PC with an original cable.

Step 2: Then, put your iPhone SE into the Recovery mode according to the methods beneath:

• For iPhone SE (1st generation), you need to press and hold the Home key together with the Top button at the same time. Then, hold them until the Recovery mode screen is seen.
• On an iPhone SE (2nd generation), you need to press and swiftly release the Volume Up button as well as the Volume Down button. Then, keep holding the Side button until the Recovery mode screen can be seen.

Step 3: When your iPhone SE is detected by iTunes, locate and choose it.

Step 4: Choose the Restore option in the pop-up window.

Method 3. Unlock iPhone SE via TunesKit iPhone Unlocker

Do you think it is a little complex to use iTunes to access your iPhone SE? No worries. You can try using TunesKit iPhone Unlocker, our most recommended tool for you. As a useful software for passcode removal purpose, TunesKit iPhone Unlocker enables you to unlock iPhone without password no matter what types of iOS devices you are using.

With this practical tool, you don't need to worry about unlocking your 4/6-digit passcode, Touch ID, Face ID on your iOS devices any more. You can just click several buttons, then your unlocking problem will be solved within minutes. Besides, when you meet the cases like Face ID not working, not remembering Apple Account password, and forgetting iPhone password, TunesKit iPhone Unlocker can be conducive for you to deal with them instantly in 4 simple steps.

Then, let's see how to unlock iPhone SE without passcode with TunesKit iPhone Unlocker.

Step 1Connect iPhone SE to a PC

To start with, connect your iPhone SE to the PC/Mac, and wait for TunesKit iPhone Unlocker to detect your device. On the main interface, choose the Unlock iOS Screen feature. Click the Start button to continue.

Step 2Put iPhone SE into DFU mode

Follow the guide on the interface to set your iPhone SE into DFU/Recovery mode. Click on the Next button when your iPhone is in the Recovery mode.

Step 3Download firmware package

You will see the device information of your iPhone SE on the interface. Please ensure all the information is correct before downloading the firmware package. After that, tap on the Download button to download matched firmware package.

Step 4Unlock iPhone SE without password

When you finish downloading the iOS firmware, you just need to click the Unlock button to allow it to unlock iPhone SE without passcode. Remember, all your iPhone data will be erased after unlock. If you want to keep your iPhone data still, please make a backup first.

Method 4. Unlock iPhone SE Using iCloud

If you don't have a computer, you can't use iTunes/TunesKit to access your disabled iPhone SE. It's suggested that you unlock it with iCloud if you recall your Apple ID and password logged in, and have enabled Find My iPhone on your device. Here's the guidance for how to unlock iPhone SE without passcode or computer.

Step 1: Visit iCloud.com with a browser on your mobile phone. Then, use your Apple ID and password to sign in.

Step 2: Afterward, choose the All Devices option, and then select your iPhone SE from the list.

Step 3: Choose Erase iPhone and then Erase to confirm your decision. Your iPhone SE will be unlocked when it finishes.

Method 5. Unlock iPhone SE via Erase iPhone Option

If you are using an iPhone SE with iOS 15.2 or later iOS version, you can easily unlock the iPhone SE when you can't remember the correct screen lock passcode. However, you should own the Apple ID and know the Apple ID passcode of the iPhone SE. Here are the detailed steps to unlock your iPhone via this feature.

Step 1: Keep entering the wrong screen lock passcode on your iPhone SE until you can see the Erase iPhone option.

Step 2: Click on the Erase iPhone option and enter your Apple ID passcode to unlock your iPhone SE.

Step 3: Then, the screen lock on your iPhone SE will be removed. All your iPhone data will be erased.

Part 2: Common FAQs Related to iPhone SE Unlock

Part 3: The Bottom Line

After reading this post, you may have got a good solution to help you with your problem. From our perspective, TunesKit iPhone Unlocker is the best method to unlock your iPhone SE without passcode if you are a beginner. If you have other problems, or want to get more help, you can write them down in the comments section.