How to reset android device forgot password

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If you've forgotten the password to your Android device, you can regain access by following these steps:

1. Use Your Google Account (Android 4.4 and Earlier):

  • If your device is running Android 4.4 KitKat or earlier, and you have a Google account linked to your device, you can use the "Forgot Password" or "Sign in with Google" option to unlock it.
  • Enter the wrong password multiple times until you see the "Forgot Password" or "Sign in with Google" option. Tap it and follow the on-screen instructions to unlock your device using your Google account credentials.

2. Use Your Google Account (Android 5.0 and Later):

  • If your device is running Android 5.0 Lollipop or later, Google introduced a feature called "Factory Reset Protection" (FRP). To unlock your device, you can use your Google account.
  • Enter the wrong password or PIN multiple times until you see the option to enter your Google account credentials.
  • Enter your Google account email and password to unlock your device.

3. Factory Reset (Data Loss):

  • If you cannot use the Google account method or have disabled FRP, you can perform a factory reset on your device. Please note that this will erase all data on your device. Here's how:
    1. Turn off your Android device.
    2. Press and hold the volume up button and the power button simultaneously (the combination may vary depending on your device model).
    3. Use the volume buttons to navigate the recovery menu and the power button to select "Wipe data/factory reset" or similar option.
    4. Confirm the reset, and your device will be restored to its factory settings.

4. Use ADB (Android Debug Bridge):

  • This method requires enabling USB debugging on your device and using a computer with ADB tools installed. It may be complex for some users. If you are comfortable with this, here's a general outline:
    1. Connect your Android device to your computer using a USB cable.
    2. Open a command prompt or terminal on your computer and navigate to the directory where ADB is installed.
    3. Run the command: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key (This will remove the key file for your lock screen).
    4. Reboot your device.

5. Contact Your Device Manufacturer or Carrier:

  • If the methods above don't work, or you're uncomfortable performing a factory reset, contact your device's manufacturer or your mobile carrier for further assistance. They may be able to provide guidance or unlock your device for you.

Please keep in mind that unlocking your device using these methods may result in data loss. Regularly backing up your Android device is a good practice to prevent data loss in such situations.

 

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