Forgetting your password, pattern, or PIN on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra can be frustrating, but there are multiple ways to regain access to your device. Below are various methods to unlock your phone without performing a hard reset.
- 1. Use Samsung Find My Mobile
- 2. Use Google’s Find My Device
- 3. Use Smart Lock (If Previously Enabled)
- 4. Use Biometrics (If Previously Set Up)
- 5. Call Your Own Phone
- 6. Wait for the Forgotten Password Option (For Older Security Methods)
- 7. Use ADB to Remove Password (If USB Debugging Was Enabled)
- 8. Restart in Safe Mode (For Third-Party Lock Screen Apps)
- 9. Use a Samsung Service Center
- 10. Remove Lock Screen Using Third-Party Tools
1. Use Samsung Find My Mobile
Samsung’s Find My Mobile service allows you to remotely unlock your phone.
- On a computer or another phone, go to Find My Mobile.
- Log in with your Samsung account credentials.
- Select your Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra from the list of devices.
- Click Unlock Device and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Once unlocked, set a new password, pattern, or PIN.
2. Use Google’s Find My Device
Google’s Find My Device service may help unlock your phone if enabled.
- Open a web browser and go to Google Find My Device.
- Sign in with the Google account linked to your phone.
- Select your Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Choose Secure Device and set a temporary password.
- Use this password to unlock your phone, then reset your security method.
3. Use Smart Lock (If Previously Enabled)
If you set up Smart Lock, your phone may unlock automatically under certain conditions.
- Try moving to a trusted location (like home) or connecting to a trusted device (like a Bluetooth accessory).
- If Smart Lock is enabled, your phone should unlock automatically.
- Once unlocked, change your password, pattern, or PIN from Settings > Lock Screen.
4. Use Biometrics (If Previously Set Up)
If you’ve previously registered your fingerprint or face recognition, you can use it to unlock your device.
- Attempt to unlock your phone using Fingerprint or Face Recognition.
- If successful, go to Settings > Lock Screen.
- Reset your password, pattern, or PIN.
5. Call Your Own Phone
Sometimes, answering an incoming call may allow you temporary access.
- Use another phone to call your locked device.
- Answer the call and press the Home button (if available) or Swipe up to access the home screen.
- Go to Settings > Lock Screen and change your password.
6. Wait for the Forgotten Password Option (For Older Security Methods)
After multiple incorrect attempts, you may get an option to reset your password.
- Enter the wrong password multiple times until you see Forgot Password?
- Tap the option and sign in with your Google account.
- Follow the instructions to reset your password.
7. Use ADB to Remove Password (If USB Debugging Was Enabled)
If USB debugging was enabled before locking the device, you can use ADB commands to remove the lock screen.
- Connect your phone to a computer via USB.
- Open a Command Prompt or Terminal window.
- Enter the command:
adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key
- Restart your phone, and the lock screen should be disabled.
- Set a new password once unlocked.
8. Restart in Safe Mode (For Third-Party Lock Screen Apps)
If a third-party lock screen app is causing issues, Safe Mode can help.
- Press and hold the Power button.
- Long-press Power Off until Safe Mode appears.
- Select Safe Mode, and your phone will restart without third-party apps.
- Uninstall the problematic lock screen app from Settings > Apps.
- Restart your phone normally.
9. Use a Samsung Service Center
If other methods fail, Samsung support may be able to unlock your device without losing data.
- Visit an authorized Samsung Service Center.
- Bring proof of purchase and your ID for verification.
- Request assistance to unlock your phone without a factory reset.
10. Remove Lock Screen Using Third-Party Tools
Some third-party software can bypass lock screens without data loss.
- Install a tool like Dr.Fone – Screen Unlock or Tenorshare 4uKey on your computer.
- Connect your phone via USB.
- Follow the software’s instructions to unlock your phone.
- Once unlocked, reset your password in Settings.
These solutions should help you regain access to your Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra without performing a hard reset. If none of these work, visiting a Samsung service center may be your best option.