Reset without Apple ID: iPhone X

It is possible to reset iPhone X without Apple ID. If you use iTunes, the method works straightforwardly and you can also save a backup to your computer beforehand.

iTunes: Reset iPhone X without Apple ID

If you want to delete your iPhone X via the settings, you will be asked for your Apple ID beforehand. If you do not know it, however, you have an alternative to reset your iPhone X without Apple ID. This works via iTunes.

1. Connect your iPhone via cable to your computer and start the latest version of iTunes.
2. If your device is not automatically detected, select it at the top of iTunes.
3. Now briefly press the Volume Up button, then briefly press the Volume Down button.
4. Then press and hold the Side button.
5. The screen will go black. However, do not release the side button yet, but now also press the Volume Down button for five more seconds.
6. Then release the side buttons, but continue to hold the Volume Down button until a message appears on iTunes. Your smartphone is now in DFU mode.
7. In iTunes, you can back up to your computer in the "Overview" menu to avoid losing data.
8. To reset iPhone X without Apple ID, click "Restore iPhone" in the "Overview" menu.
9. During the process, your iPhone will reboot. Sie können es nun einrichten oder ein Backup aufspielen.