How to Hard Reset iPhone 16 Using Recovery Mode to Remove Screen Lock

Preparing Your iPhone and Computer

• 🔌 Connect your iPhone 16 to your computer using a USB cable.
• 💻 Open the Apple Devices application on your Windows device (downloadable from the Microsoft Store).

Entering Recovery Mode

• ⬆️ Press and quickly release the Volume Up button.
• ⬇️ Press and quickly release the Volume Down button.
• ➡️ Press and hold the Side button until you see the recovery mode screen.

Restoring Your iPhone

• 📲 Once your iPhone is detected in recovery mode, click the Restore option in the Apple Devices application.
• ⏳ The application will first download the latest iOS update.
• ⚙️ After downloading, it will extract files, check files, and flash your iPhone, effectively performing a hard reset and removing the screen lock.
• ⚠️ Note: This process will erase all data on your iPhone. Ensure you have a backup before proceeding.