Nokia 8.3 5G - Forgotten access code

Forgetting your phone’s access code can be frustrating, but there are several ways to regain access. Depending on your device and settings, you can unlock your phone using recovery tools, Google services, or a hard reset. Here’s how to proceed.

Option 1: Unlock your phone with Google’s Find My Device

If your phone is linked to your Google account and you’ve enabled Find My Device, you can remotely unlock it or erase its data:

1. Visit the Find My Device website: go to Find My Device from any browser.
2. Log in: sign in with the same Google account linked to your phone.
3. Locate your phone: once your phone is found, select it from the list of devices.
4. Erase your device: click Erase Device to perform a factory reset. This will remove the access code but also erase all data on the phone.

Note: This method works only if your device is connected to the internet and linked to your Google account.

Option 2: Use a backup PIN, pattern, or password

Some Android devices offer a backup PIN or an alternative method to unlock your phone if you forget the main access code:

1. Enter your access code incorrectly: do this multiple times until you see an option like Forgot PIN? or Forgot Pattern?.
2. Select the option: tap it, then enter your Google account credentials or backup PIN.
3. Unlock your phone: follow the prompts to reset your access code.

This option may not be available on all devices.

Option 3: Perform a hard reset (last resort)

If other methods don’t work, performing a hard reset can remove the forgotten access code but will erase all data on your device. Here’s how:

1. Turn off your phone: power it down completely.
2. Enter recovery mode:
   
   • hold the Volume Up + Power buttons (or the specific button combination for your device) until the recovery menu appears.
3. Navigate to factory reset: use the Volume buttons to highlight Wipe data/factory reset, then press the Power button to confirm.
4. Complete the reset: confirm the action by selecting Yes. Your device will reboot to factory settings, removing the access code.

Troubleshooting common issues

• Forgot Google account credentials: use Google’s account recovery page to reset your login details.
• Recovery mode not working: check your phone’s user manual or manufacturer’s support page for the correct button combination.
• Locked by FRP (Factory Reset Protection): after a factory reset, you may need to log in with your Google account to verify ownership of the device.

By following these methods, you can regain access to your phone and prevent future lockouts.