How to Export Locked iPhone Contacts without iTunes Backup
Summary
When your iPhone gets locked and you've forgotten the passcode, don't panic. Qiling MobiSaver can help you export contacts, messages, and other data from backups. If you don't have an iTunes backup, you can use the app to export contacts from an iCloud backup and unlock your iPhone without losing important data.
This page provides tips on how to export iPhone data and unlock an iPhone without a passcode. For detailed instructions, see the tips on this page.
- Part 1. Export locked iPhone contacts without iTunes backup
- Part 2. Unlock iPhone
"Help! I forget my iPhone screen lock password and now I can't access any file on my phone. But I need to make an important call. I feel extremely worried and hopeless! I tried to find a solution on google, but it told me that it was impossible for me to export contacts from a locked iPhone unless I have an iTunes Backup. I'm really out of luck! I remember clearly that iTunes failed to make a backup of my iPhone because of some unknown reason. So, does anyone know how to export locked iPhone contacts without iTunes Backup?"
If you're having trouble with your iPhone, don't worry! This page can help you learn how to export or restore locked iPhone data and find effective methods to unlock your iPhone.
Part 1. How to export locked iPhone contacts without iTunes backup
Even without an iTunes backup, you can still export locked iPhone contacts by using professional iPhone data recovery software, such as Qiling MobiSaver, which can help you recover and export your contacts.
If you're unable to access your iPhone due to a lock screen, you can still recover contacts and other files like messages, call history, and notes using the iPhone data recovery software. This software allows you to recover data from iCloud backup, even if you don't have an iTunes backup. By using this software, you can restore your important data even when your iPhone is locked.
Export locked iPhone contacts without iTunes Backup within 3 steps
Step 1. Connect iPhone to Your PC
Launch Qiling MobiSaver, select "Recover from iOS Device" on the left, and click "Start" to begin the recovery process.
Step 2. Scan iPhone to Find Lost Contacts
Qiling MobiSaver will automatically scan your iPhone and find your lost contacts.
Step 3. Preview and Restore Contacts
To recover contacts, go to the "Contacts" tab on the left, select the desired contact list, and then choose whether to recover the contacts to your PC or device.
Exporting locked iPhone contacts without an iTunes backup is now easily achievable through three simple steps. By following these steps, you can successfully transfer your locked iPhone contacts without needing to restore your device from a backup. So, give it a try and see the results for yourself!
- Notice:
- If you didn't have backups of your iPhone data in iCloud or iTunes, don't worry. First, unlock your iPhone using safe methods, and then you can check and use your iPhone data.
- If you've unlocked your iPhone but can't find any data, try using Qiling MobiSaver to scan and restore your lost iPhone data right away.
Part 2. Unlock iPhone
If your iPhone becomes locked, there are several methods you can try to unlock it. First, try entering the correct passcode.
Warning: These hard tips provided by Apple may cause data loss and iPhone erase issues, and may result in data loss. If you experience this, you can try Qiling MobiSaver for data recovery.
Method 1. Securely unlock iPhone via Touch ID
If you've set up Touch ID for your iPhone, you can securely unlock the iPhone by using the fingerprint recognition feature, which allows you to access your device with just a quick touch of your finger.
- Step 1: To unlock your iPhone, place your finger on the Home button and hold it there for a brief moment. The Touch ID sensor will read your fingerprint and unlock your device.
- Step 2: Wait until the iPhone is un
Method 2. Unlock iPhone using iCloud, iTunes or Recovery Mode
If you didn't create an alternative way to unlock the iPhone, you can try the tips here below:
- 1. Unlock iPhone with Recovery Mode
Here are the steps to unlock iPhone and break old password using Recovery Mode:
- Step 1: To unlock a locked iPhone, connect it to your computer using a USB cable. Open iTunes on your PC or Mac, and the iPhone should be recognized by the software.
- Step 2: Force the iPhone to restart and enter the Recovery Mode.
- For iPhone X or later, or iPhone 8 or later, press and release the Volume Up button, then press and release the Volume Down button, and finally press and hold the Side button.
- For iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus users, press and hold the Side and Volume Down buttons at the same time until the Recovery Mode screen appears.
- For iPhone 6s or earlier users, press and hold the Home and Top/Side buttons simultaneously until the Recovery Mode screen appears.
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- Step 3: When prompted with the "Restore or Update" option in iTunes, click "Restore".
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If iTunes downloads software and takes more than 15 minutes, wait for it to exit Recovery Mode. Then restart your iPhone and you should be able to enter it without a passcode.
- 2. Unlock iPhone with iCloud
- Step 1: Go to icloud.com/find and sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- Step 2: To erase all devices, click on the "All Devices" tab and select the specific device you want to erase, such as an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Then, click the "Erase" button.
- 3. Unlock iPhone with iTunes
- Step 1: To update your iPhone, you should first update iTunes in your PC to the latest version. Then, connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.
- Step 2: When you connect your iPhone to your computer and open iTunes, it will automatically sync your device and create a backup of all your data, ensuring that your important information is safely stored.
- Step 3: When you choose to restore your iPhone, you'll have multiple backups to select from. Simply pick the most recent backup to restore your device.
Warm Tips
To prevent your iPhone from being locked or losing data, consider using a reliable backup method, such as iCloud or iTunes, to regularly sync your data. Additionally, enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security. You can also set up a password or fingerprint lock to prevent unauthorized access.
- Back up iPhone data to iTunes or iCloud regularly
- Back up your iPhone passcode on other devices
- Set Touch ID and add your fingerprint as an alternative way to unlock your iPhone
- If you've lost data on your iPhone, you can use software like Qiling MobiSaver to help recover it.
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