How can I reset iPhone without passcode after locked out?

My go-to recommendation is taking the iPhone, original box, and proof of purchase straight to an Apple Store. For a factory reset iphone without passcode, the Genius Bar can verify ownership and walk you through an official recovery-mode restore. Since Find My was never enabled, Activation Lock won't be an issue here.

How to factory reset iphone without passcode:

[ 1 ] Go to the Apple Store

Bring the locked iPhone, original box, and purchase receipt to an Apple Store.

[ 2 ] Talk to the Genius Bar

Tell the staff the screen passcode is forgotten and ask for help restoring it.

[ 3 ] Official Restore

They will connect it to a Mac, enter recovery mode, and run the official restore process to reinstall iOS.

[ 4 ] Set up

Once finished, the iPhone reboots to the Hello screen, ready for setup.

Going to the Genius Bar is completely free, and they have the right tools to fix this instantly. Just bring the receipt, and you're good to go.

Requirements:

▌ Data: The restore wipes all data on the iPhone.

▌ Receipt: You must bring the original proof of purchase for ownership verification.

▌ Box: The original box is helpful, but it doesn't replace a valid purchase receipt.