Forgot Your Android Passcode? 5 Methods To Get Back In
If you've forgotten your Android passcode, there are several methods you can try to regain access to your device. Here are five approaches you can consider:

1. Use Google’s Find My Device:
  • Requirements: Your device must be turned on, connected to the internet, and associated with a Google account.
  • Steps:
  1. Go to Find My Device on another device or computer.
  2. Sign in with the Google account associated with your locked device.
  3. Select the device you need to unlock.
  4. Click on “Erase Device.” This will erase your device, including the passcode, but also all your data. You can restore your data if you have a backup.

2. Use Samsung’s Find My Mobile:
  • Requirements: Your device must be a Samsung device, turned on, connected to the internet, and linked to a Samsung account.
  • Steps:
  1. Visit Find My Mobile on another device or computer.
  2. Log in with your Samsung account credentials.
  3. Select your device from the list.
  4. Use the “Unlock” option to remove the lock screen. This method might not delete your data.

3. Factory Reset:
  • Requirements: This will erase all data on your device, so it should be a last resort if other methods fail.
  • Steps:
  1. Power off your device.
  2. Press and hold the Volume Up button and the Power button contemporaneously until the recovery menu appears.
  3. Use the volume buttons to navigate to “Wipe data/factory reset” and use the Power button to elect it.
  4. Confirm the reset process. This will erase all data on the device and return it to factory settings.

4. Use a Smart Lock Feature:
  • Requirements: Smart Lock must have been previously set up on your device.
  • Steps:
  1. If you’ve set up Smart Lock for trusted places, devices, or face recognition, you might be able to access your device without entering the passcode when you are in a trusted location or connected to a trusted device.

5. Contact Your Device Manufacturer or Carrier:
  • Requirements: Your device’s warranty or carrier policies may assist in unlocking the device.
  • Steps:
  1. Provide proof of purchase and identification to the manufacturer or carrier.
  2. They might help you reset the device or provide further instructions.

Before trying these methods, ensure that you have backups of your important data to avoid data loss.