Unlock your iPhone with Apple Watch (2024)

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Apple Watch User Guide

To allow AppleWatch to unlock your iPhone for Siri requests or when an obstruction prevents FaceID from recognizing your face, do the following:

  1. On iPhone, go to Settings> FaceID & Passcode, then enter your passcode.

  2. Scroll down to Unlock With AppleWatch, then turn on the setting for your watch.

    If you have more than one watch, turn on the setting for each one.

  3. To unlock your iPhone, make sure you’re wearing your AppleWatch, wake your iPhone, then glance at its screen.

    AppleWatch taps your wrist to let you know that your iPhone has been unlocked.

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Note: To unlock your iPhone, your AppleWatch must have a passcode, be unlocked and on your wrist, and be close to your iPhone.

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FAQs

Unlock your iPhone with Apple Watch? ›

Unlock with Apple Watch works when your watch is on your wrist and unlocked and your iPhone is nearby. The feature doesn't use Face ID to recognize and authenticate your identity. Unlock with Apple Watch works only for unlocking your iPhone.

Can I use my Apple Watch to unlock my iPhone? ›

Unlock with Apple Watch works when your watch is on your wrist and unlocked and your iPhone is nearby. The feature doesn't use Face ID to recognize and authenticate your identity. Unlock with Apple Watch works only for unlocking your iPhone.

How to unlock an iPhone when you forgot the password? ›

If you can't remember your passcode when you try again, use a computer to put your iPhone in recovery mode. Recovery mode allows you to erase the iPhone, giving you access to set it up again. You will need your Apple ID and password to set your iPhone up again.

Can you unlock an iPhone without a passcode or Face ID? ›

Yes, it is possible to unlock an iPhone without needing the passcode or Face ID in several different ways: Using iTunes on a computer – You can connect the iPhone to a computer, put it in recovery mode, and restore it via iTunes. This will remove the passcode lock.

How to unlock iPhone and Mac with Apple Watch? ›

Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences. Click Security & Privacy. Select ”Use your Apple Watch to unlock apps and your Mac” or “Allow your Apple Watch to unlock your Mac.”

Can you unlock an iPhone? ›

Only your carrier can unlock your iPhone. Contact them and request an unlock. After you submit the request, it might take a few days to complete. Contact your carrier to check the status of your request.

How to turn off iPhone unlock with Apple Watch? ›

Look in settings on your watch (or the Watch app on your iPhone) under Passcode. Toggle off unlock with iPhone.

Does Face ID work with eyes closed? ›

Face ID recognizes if your eyes are open and your attention is directed towards the device. This makes it more difficult for someone to unlock your device without your knowledge (such as when you are sleeping). To use Face ID, you must set up a passcode on your device.

How do I get my iPhone to use Face ID instead of passcode? ›

Go to Settings, then tap Face ID & Passcode. If asked, enter your passcode. If you didn't set a passcode, you'll be asked to create one to use as an alternate way to verify your identity. Tap Set Up Face ID.

How many attempts to unlock an iPhone? ›

There are five unsuccessful attempts to unlock your iPhone with Face ID or Touch ID.

Why is Unlock with Apple Watch not working? ›

Open iPhone Settings and tap Face ID & Passcode. Tap Reset Face ID. Tap Set Up Face ID > Get Started and complete the process. This should fix the failing Unlock with Apple Watch issue.

Does your Apple Watch notify your phone when unlocked? ›

Apple Watch taps your wrist to let you know that your iPhone has been unlocked.

How to connect Apple Watch to iPhone? ›

Hold your Apple Watch close to your iPhone

Wait for the "Use your iPhone to set up this Apple Watch" message to appear on your iPhone, then tap Continue. If this message doesn't appear, open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, tap All Watches, then tap Add Watch. If this is your Apple Watch, tap Set Up for Myself.

Does the Apple Watch have a camera? ›

No, the device does not have a camera. However, there is a Camera app on the device. You can set your iPhone's camera timer for a photo using the app on your Watch.

How do I turn off my iPhone from my Apple Watch? ›

Just as you can control your Apple Watch with your iPhone, you can also control your iPhone or iPad with your Apple Watch.
  1. Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
  2. Go to Accessibility > Control Nearby Devices. ...
  3. Choose a device if more than one is nearby, then tap a button.

How to unlock iPhone using Apple ID? ›

Unlock your iPhone with iCloud

If you know your Apple ID and password, you can sign into iCloud® on another device to unlock your iPhone without your passcode. Go to iCloud.com on another device and sign in with your Apple ID and password. Select Find My, and sign in if you're prompted.

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