How to Reset Apple Watch Without Apple ID

"Does anyone know how to reset the Apple Watch without an Apple ID? I just bought one off OfferUp, and now the seller isn't replying to give me his info like he said." - Question from Reddit.

If you've recently acquired an Apple Watch from someone, it's important to learn how to reset Apple Watch without Apple ID. Although it may look simple, few people are familiar with successfully resetting an Apple watch. However, that will no longer be the case because this tutorial has come to iron things out. You'll learn how to reset your Apple watch easily and use it afresh. Below is a brief overview of the methods this article will discuss.

How to Reset Apple Watch Without Apple ID (With Paired iPhone)

If you don't have an Apple ID and have paired your watch to an iPhone, it's possible to factory reset the watch and remove the activation lock without Apple ID. This is made possible using the Apple Watch app that links to your iPhone. Therefore, you can perform the factory reset either on your Apple Watch or iPhone. We'll separately discuss how each method works as follows.

On iPhone

With an iPhone, you can easily factory reset your Apple Watch without entering your Apple ID. However, it's important to remember that this process entails deleting all your Apple Watch data and settings. You'll, therefore, need to reconfigure it afterward. If that sounds well to you, you can follow the steps below:

Step 1. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch closer. Next, open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone. Navigate to the "My Watch" tab and select your watch from the list of connected watches.

Step 2. Tap on the information icon, then select "Unpair Apple Watch." When a popup displays, tap "Unpair Apple Watch'" again.

Step 3. Enter your password, then tap the Unpair button.

Step 4. Go back to the "My Watch" menu. Tap "General," then scroll down to the "Reset" option.

Step 5. Next, tap "Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings" and confirm your selection. Also, tap "Remove All Cellular Plans" and confirm your selection to initiate the reset process.

On Apple Watch

If you don’t have an Apple ID, you can still erase your Apple Watch, provided you know its passcode. This process will erase all the data and settings on your watch and allow you to use it afresh. A built-in feature enables the reset feature on your Apple Watch; hence, there is no need for the Apple Watch app. Follow the steps below:

Step 1. Go to your Apple Watch Settings, then tap on "General."

Step 2. Tap Reset, then "Erase All Content and Settings." Enter your Apple ID password to confirm the process.

Step 3. Next, tap on the "Erase All" button to finish resetting your Apple Watch and restore it.

How to Reset Apple Watch Without Apple ID (Without Paired iPhone)

The previously discussed methods entailed resetting an Apple Watch that you've paired with your iPhone. What if you've not paired your watch? To reset your Apple Watch in this situation, you'll need to use the physical buttons. This method is also effective and will erase all the content and settings on your watch. Follow the steps below to apply it:

Step 1. Connect your Apple Watch to a charger to avoid getting disconnected midway.

Step 2. Next, press and hold the Side button until the Power Off slider appears.

Step 3. Tap on "Erase all content and settings." Follow the next instructions to finish resetting your Apple Watch using buttons. In this method, you won't need to provide your Apple ID.

Tip: What If I Don't Have a Passcode - How to Factory Reset

In the previous methods, we've seen that you can reset your Apple Watch using your device passcode in case you don't have the Apple ID. However, how can you go about it if you do not remember the Apple ID or passcode? Is it possible to factory reset your device without entering the passcode? If you find yourself in this situation, you'll first need to connect your device to a charger, then follow the steps below:

Step 1. Press your Apple Watch's Side button and release it when the Power Off menu appears.

Step 2. Next, press and hold the Digital Crown. Tap on reset and confirm your selection. This step will initiate the hard reset process to delete all the data and settings on your Apple Watch.

Step 3. To confirm your selection and proceed to factory reset your Apple Watch, tap the green check mark icon. That's it! You'll now factory reset your Apple Watch without needing a passcode.

Bonus: How to Reset iPhone Without Apple ID

If you have an iPhone but don't have its Apple ID or passcode, it's nearly impossible for you to access and use the device. However, that shouldn't worry you further because we have a third-party tool to help you reset the iPhone and bypass the passcode or Apple ID requirement.

The best tool to conveniently reset your iPhone is EaseUS MobiUnlock. This tool lets you erase the Apple ID requirement on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. After that, you can sign into your device using a new Apple ID or create another account. EaseUS lets you turn off screen time without a passcode and access your iPhone freely.

The main features of EaseUS MobiUnlock include the following:

• Remove Apple ID from iPhone without password (and from other Apple devices).
• Unlock an iPhone in case you forgot the iPhone passcode, or it got disabled.
• Remove the iCloud account on the iPhone.
• Reset an iPhone and set up a new account.
• Turn off iTunes backup encryption without a password.

To start using EaseUS MobiUnlock today, you can easily download and install a free software version on your computer. Next, you can follow the steps below to reset iPhone using EaseUS MobiUnlock:

Conclusion: Solved 'How to Reset Apple Watch Without Apple ID'

This article has outlined how to reset Apple Watch without Apple ID passcode. You can reset your Apple Watch whether paired to your iPhone or not. Moreover, it's possible to factory reset the watch if you bought it second-hand or have forgotten the passcode.

Please ensure you try out all the methods discussed here if you want to reset your Apple Watch easily. Additionally, if you have an iPhone and want to reset it without an Apple ID, the best tool to use is EaseUS MobiUnlock. Ensure you download this software and try using it today.

How to Factory Reset Apple Watch Without Apple ID FAQs

Below are frequently asked questions about how to factory reset Apple Watch without Apple ID.

1. How Do I Unpair My Apple Watch Without Apple ID?

You can unpair your Apple Watch from your iPhone by following the steps below:

• Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch closer, then launch the Watch app on your iPhone.
• Next, navigate to the My Watch tab and select your watch.
• Tap on the information icon, then select Unpair Apple Watch. When a popup displays, tap Unpair Apple Watch again.
• Enter your password, then tap the Unpair button.

2. How Do I Factory Reset a Second-hand Apple Watch to Remove the Owner?

If you've bought a second-hand Apple Watch and don't have the Apple Watch passcode, you can factory reset it by following the steps below:

• Press your Apple Watch's Side button and release it when the Power button menu appears.
• Next, tap the POWER OFF option and select Erase all content and settings.
• Tap the green check mark icon to confirm your selection and proceed to factory reset your Apple Watch. Once done, you can set a new Apple ID and passcode for the device.

3. How Do I Do a Hard Reset on My Apple Watch?

You can perform a hard reset directly on the Apple Watch or using an iPhone paired to it. To carry out a hard reset directly on the watch, you can follow the steps below:

• Plug in our watch to ensure it remains connected to a power supply.
• Press and hold the Side button until the Power OFF option appears on the screen.
• Next, press and hold the Digital Crown, and when the Erase all content and settings option appears, tap on it.
• Tap on reset and confirm your selection. This step will initiate the hard reset process to delete all the data and settings on your Apple Watch.