forgotten password

dizzy123
Investigator
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Hi Have just received a Sony Xperia l4 typed in 4 digit code and now the message comes back wrong code entered how can I remove this code and put in new code your help will be greatly appreciated

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BrendonH
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If you forgot the pin code and the back up password the only way past it is to do a factory reset. But this will wipe all your data.


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BrendonH
Community Hero
Community Hero

If you forgot the pin code and the back up password the only way past it is to do a factory reset. But this will wipe all your data.


BrendonH (Android Expert) Google Pixel 8 Pro Obsidian Black (Android 15)
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Hi Brendon thanks for your reply how do I do a factory reset,I have no data on the phone as just got it out of the box put code in then phone not accepting code.

dizzy123
Investigator
Investigator

Hi how can I do a factory reset on my sonyl4 I have forgotten my 4 digit code. The phone is brand new I think the code that I put in is correct but the phone stays locked any help much appreciated

Christopher_G
EE Community Support Team

Hi @dizzy123

 

I've found some advice on the Sony support website. Could you take a look and let us know how you get on?


Thanks


Chris