How to Remove Lock Screen Password on Android (Solved!)

In this article, we will explore how to remove lock screen password on Android phones when you forget the password. In the following, we will share some useful tips to help you address the issue.

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Updated on Feb 29, 2024

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Most of Android users would set a screen lock for their phones to protect their information and data from leakage. But the lock screen is a kind of double-edged sword. It blocks anyone from accessing your phone, including you if you forget the password of the lock screen. And how to remove lock screen password once you forget the password? That's today's topic. Follow us to learn how to unlock Android phone without password.

Part 1. How to Remove Lock Screen Password in the Easiest Way

First of all, we will introduce the easiest method to help you fix the issue. This Android lock screen removal software is dedicated to removing lock screens on all Android phones, such as Samsung, Motorola, LG, One Plus, and other phone brands. In addition, the principle of this efficient tool is to install your Android system. So this program will wipe all your data that is previously on your phone. However, if your phone is a relatively old Samsung or LG phone, you can use this phone unlocking software to remove the lock screen without losing data.

Pros of this unlocking tool for Android:

  • Extremely fast to unlock any Android phone lock in a few minutes.
  • Remove Samsung FRP (factory reset protection) lock without a password.
  • Work on 99% Android phones, like Samsung, Huawei, LG, and Google.
  • High security to protect your data after unlocking. (100% safe and clean)

Step 1. Launch EaseUS MobiUnlock for Android. To unlock Android without password, choose "Remove Screen Lock" from the interface.

Launch Phone Unlocker

Step 2. Select the brand of your phone then follow the onscreen instructions to unlock your phone.

Choose phone brand

Step 3. After following the step-by-step guide, you can unlock your phone without password or other lock screen types successfully.

Unlock complete

We've also developed iOS screen unlocking software to help you unlock your iPhone if you get one.

Part 2. How to Remove Lock Screen Password with an External Factory Reset

As an alternative, you can also factory reset your Android device to remove the lock screen if forget the password. Similar to the previous Android unlocking software, a factory reset can also erase your data to restore your device to its original settings. And it would wipe everything on your phone, but not delete the system. That's the key difference between a factory reset and third-party Android unlocking software.

To learn how to remove the lock screen password with a factory reset:

Step 1. Power off.

Step 2. Press the Volume Up/Down and the Power buttons to enter the Recovery Mode.

Step 3. Select Wipe data/factory reset.

Step 4. Select Factory data reset.

Step 5. Select Reboot system now to start the lock screen removal process.

unlock a phone via a factory reset

Once you manage to access your phone via a factory reset, you can back up Android phone to PC to avoid such a situation in the future.

Part 3. How to Remove Lock Screen Using Android Device Manager

Have you ever heard of or used Android Device Manager before to look for your Android device? It is usually used to locate, lock, and find your lost Android device. But it also can unlock Android phones remotely. Now we will show you how to use its Find My Device feature to bypass the lock screen. Here's how:

Step 1. Go to the Find My Device website.

Step 2. Sign in with your Google Account.

Step 3. Select your locked Android device on the screen.

Step 4. Select SECURE DEVICE.

Step 5. You will be asked to set a new password for your locked device.

Step 6. When you're done, enter this new password to unlock your Android device.

unlock phone without password using Find My Device

Part 4. How to Unlock Android Phone via the Forgot Pattern Feature

In this section, we will learn how to unlock Android phone via the Forgot pattern feature. Before proceeding with this method, you must make sure your phone is Android 4.4 KitKat or below as this service is not available on Android 5 Lollipop or above.

When you are ready, follow the steps below:

Step 1. Enter possible passwords at least five times or more.

Step 2. The Forgot pattern option will appear on the screen.

Step 3. Tap on Forgot pattern > Enter Google Account details.

Step 4. Then enter your Google credentials to sign in.

Step 5. When you're done, you will access your phone without a password required.

unlock a phone with the Forgot patter option

Bonus: How to Use Find My Mobile to Unlock Samsung Phone

In terms of Samsung Android phones, the previous four methods are also viable. However, the best choice to unlock Samsung phone is via Find My Mobile. Developed by Samsung Group, this feature is exclusively designed to lock, find, and locate Samsung devices. Its function is the same as Find My Device. As an official service, you can use it with confidence.

Here's how:

Step 1. Go to the Find My Mobile website.

Step 2. Sign into your Samsung Account.

Step 3. Select the Unlock option below your locked Samsung device on the screen.

Step 4. Click the UNLOCK option to continue.

Step 5. If prompted, enter your Samsung credentials to confirm the operation.

Step 6. When you're done, you will access your Samsung device easily.

unlock a phone with Find My Mobile

Conclusion

In this guide, we have explored how to remove lock screen password in four ways. And if your phone is Samsung, it's the top option to use Find My Mobile to unlock the lock screen. While if your phone is another Android phone instead of a Samsung, you are welcome to use the Android unlocking software first.

If the problem is still left outstanding and unresolved or you have any other thoughts or ideas about this topic, feel free to contact us. We would be glad to discuss it at any time.

FAQs on How to Remove Lock Screen Password

When it comes to how to remove lock screen password, you may come across some problems. Don't worry. If you have any questions about this issue, check the commonly asked questions below.

1. Why Find My Device does not work with my locked Android phone?

There are mainly three reasons for this situation:

  • Your Android phone does not connect to a Google account.
  • You do not enable the Location service for your locked Android device.
  • You do not enable the Find My Device feature on your locked Android phone.

2. How do you know if you can unlock your LG phone with Forgot pattern?

If you want to try to unlock your LG phone with Forgot pattern, your LG device must be Android 4.4 or lower because this method is only supported on Android 4.4 or earlier.

3. What should you do if you don't want to lock your Samsung phone but it's asking you for a PIN?

If prompted and you have no choice but enter a security PIN, you can choose a really simple passcode that is easy to remember, like 1234 or 1111.

Updated by Sofia Albert

Sofia has been involved with tech ever since she joined the EaseUS editor team in March 2011 and now she is a senior website editor. She is good at solving various iPhone and Android issues, such as iPhone or Android data transfer & recovery.

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