How to Factory Reset iPad Without Apple ID

Can you factory reset your iPad without Apple ID? Well, the answer depends. In the following content, we will tell you why and when Apple ID is required to erase your iPad. Besides, you will also learn how to reset your iPad to factory settings without Apple ID step by step. If you have your iPad, a computer, and internet, then you’re ready. By the end, you will be able to set up your iPad as new.

Why and When Apple ID Is Required to Erase iPad

There are 2 common cases where you need your Apple ID to wipe your iPad.

• You want to factory reset your iPad whose Find My is enabled in the Settings app. Before reset, you will be asked to turn off Find My iPad with Apple ID password.
• You plan to factory reset your iPad remotely without computer. At that time, you need the corresponding Apple ID and password to get it done via iCloud, Find My app or iPad lock screen.

Factory Reset iPad Without Apple ID [Find My On]

Normally, any attempt to factory reset an iPad with Find My on would trigger iCloud Activation Lock that can be removed by Apple ID credentials or screen passcode. What if both of these unlocking options aren’t available to you? Does it mean that you can’t erase your iPad when Find My is on under that case? No and don’t worry, Passixer iPhone Unlocker is here to help.

If you’re on iPadOS 11.4 or later, Passixer can wipe all personal data and settings from your iPad with Find My enabled, while preventing it from getting stuck on the iCloud lock after the reset. It’s Remove Apple ID feature will help do the job. Certainly, Passixer supports removing Apple ID on iPadOS 11.4 earlier, which won’t wipe anything from your iPad.

Key Features:

• Remove any type of screen lock from iPad/iPad: Face ID, Touch ID,  4/6-digit passcode or custom code. 
• Delete the Screen Time passcode without erasing a single file, photo, or app. Get rid of MDM restrictions, whether your iDevice is entirely locked by MDM or simply bound by active MDM profiles.
• Bypass iCloud Activation Lock or iCloud Locked to Owner without password.

Steps to Factory Reset iPad with Find My on Using Passixer iPhone Unlocker

Step 1. Once Passixer is installed on your computer, go ahead and open it. From the home interface, pick the option labeled Remove Apple ID.

Step 2. Connect your iPad running iPadOS 11.4 or later to the computer via a USB cable.

Step 3. Click the Start button.

Step 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to turn on 2FA for your Apple ID and set a screen passcode for your iPad. After that, type in 0000 and click Confirm to proceed.

Step 5. The software will detect your device model and display it on screen. Verify it once and then hit Start to download the matching firmware.

Step 6. Once the download finishes, enter 0000 one more time and hit Unlock. The tool will now proceed to remove Apple ID and factory reset your iPad.

After it’s done, you can unlock the iPad and sign in it with a new Apple ID. Please don’t factory reset your iPad after Apple ID removal and reset, otherwise, your device will be stuck on iCloud Activation Lock.

Factory Reset iPad Without Apple ID [Find My Off]

Even when an iPad is associated with an Apple ID with its Find My status marked as off, it means it is not actively monitored by iCloud. So, the good news is: Activation Lock won’t show up after a factory reset.

We’ll walk you through 2 effective ways to do this, using Passixer’s screen lock removal and Apple’s built-in tools.

Way 1. Use Passixer

Yes, you can still go ahead and use Passixer iPhone Unlocker, since it’s a complete iOS unlocking suite that provides screen lock removal feature to unlock and erase any model of iPad.

Let’s now walk through how to do that after you’ve installed Passixer:

Step 1. After plugging your iPad into the computer, select the Wipe Passcode mode from the main Passixer screen.

Step 2. Passixer will identify your iPad’s model and iPadOS version. Confirm that and then hit Start to begin downloading the firmware package required for unlocking.

Step 3. Once the firmware finishes downloading, click Next to continue. You’ll be prompted to confirm the operation by typing 0000 and clicking Unlock.

Step 4. The software will begin removing the screen passcode and initiate a full factory reset at the same time.

Once the process wraps up, and the “Wipe passcode successfully” message appears on screen, your iPad is ready. You’ve removed the passcode, wiped all data, and can now set it up as brand new without any of the earlier restrictions.

Way 2. Use Apple Devices App

Apple’s own tools, whether that’s Finder, iTunes, or the Apple Devices app, can handle the reset just fine when Find My is off. You won’t need the Apple ID password and yes, everything will still be wiped clean in the process.

Which one you’ll use depends on your system.

• If you’re on older Macs or Windows 7/8, you’ll be using iTunes.
• On Windows 10 or 11, grab the Apple Devices app from Microsoft Store.
• And if you’re on a newer Mac, Finder is already built-in.

Below is how it works on Windows using the Apple Devices app, but the steps are more or less identical everywhere:

Step 1. Use a USB cable to connect your iPad to the computer after installing the Apple Devices app. Tap Trust on iPad to proceed.

Step 2. In the left-hand menu, click on General.

Step 3. On the main panel, you’ll see an option labeled Restore iPad….

Click it to begin the full reset. You’ll have to confirm your decision when prompted. That’s it! Wait a while and the iPad will reboot and take you to the Hello screen, so you can set up as new.

Factory Reset iPad with Apple ID

When you have the Apple ID and password, resetting your iPad becomes far less complicated and Apple makes sure of that. Here are two simple ways you can make that reset happen without stress.

Way 1. Through iCloud [Find My On]

This is easily the cleanest method to factory reset the iPad. You don’t need any cable or even have the iPad with you as long as it’s connected to the internet. You will just need your Apple ID credentials and access to a browser (mobile or desktop).

Of course, you’ll still face Activation Lock after the reset, but since you know the Apple ID, bypassing that will be easy. Just remember: if the browser you use isn’t already marked as trusted, you’ll need to complete 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) at login.

Steps to Reset iPad via iCloud Find My

Step 1. Visit iCloud.com/find and sign in with your Apple ID.

Step 2. Once logged in, click All Devices from the top-left of the map interface.

Step 3. From the list, select the iPad you want to erase.

Step 4. Click Erase This Device (or Erase iPad depending on interface).

Step 5. Confirm the action by clicking Erase again on the popup prompt. Once the iPad connects to the internet, the remote reset will begin.

After the reset, the device will still ask for Apple ID to bypass Activation Lock. Just enter the password to finish the setup. Or, use the Remove This Device option to get rid of the Activation Lock too.

Way 2. Via Lock Screen [Find My On/Off]

This one’s for users whose iPad is running iPadOS 15.2 or later and are stuck at the lock screen showing iPad Unavailable or Security Lockout. Now that second part isn’t a big deal, because you can trigger it yourself — just enter the wrong passcode about five to seven times in a row and it’ll show up.

This method requires an Apple ID and password before the factory reset begins, it won’t proceed unless you enter them. However, the good part is, it wipes and resets the iPad and lets you start fresh. Plus, it is perfect for those who forgot their screen passcode.

Just remember: your iPad should be connected to the internet during the erase process. Otherwise, this method won’t work. Here are the steps:

Step 1. After triggering the iPad Unavailable, tap the Erase iPad or Forgot Passcode? option on the screen.

Step 2. Tap Erase iPad(iOS 15.2 to 17-not included) or iPhone Reset > Start iPhone Reset(iOS 17 or later).

Step 3. Now enter your Apple ID email and password when asked. This verifies your ownership and unlocks the erase option. Then, tap Erase iPad again to confirm.

Step 4. Tap Erase iPad on the confirmation box. On iPadOS 17 and later, it will show a Keep SIM screen. Simply choose your desired options.

After this, the iPad will begin resetting itself. Once done, you’ll see the Hello screen. From there, you can set up your device as new and start using it again.

Final Words

There are various ways to factory reset your iPad without Apple ID. You can pick the one that fits your situation. Passixer iPhone Unlocker stands out as the ultimate tool in any case. It can restore your iPad with Find My enabled, without requiring an Apple ID and without triggering the iCloud lock screen. So, you can sign in your iPad with a new account and make your iPad usable again.