Quick Answer: How to Remove Forgotten Password from Android Phone?
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Reset your pattern (Android 4.4 or lower only)

  • After you’ve tried to unlock your device multiple times, you’ll see “Forgot pattern.” Tap Forgot pattern.
  • Enter the Google Account username and password you previously added to your device.
  • Reset your screen lock. Learn how to set a screen lock.

How do I remove the password from my Android phone?

Once you have entered the password you can follow these steps to remove/replace the screen lock:

  1. Go to Settings > Security > Screen lock.
  2. Enter the password you entered via Android Device Manager.
  3. Choose your new screen lock method (Pattern, Slide, PIN etc.)

How do I unlock my LG phone if I forgot the password?

Press and hold the following keys at the same time: Volume Down Key + Power/Lock Key on the back of the phone. Release the Power/Lock Key only when the LG logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold the Power/Lock Key again. Release all keys when the Factory hard reset screen is displayed.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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