Bypass MDM If The Device Connection is Not Found
When using Bypass MDM, you might find neither our BuhoUnlocker nor iTunes or Finder can detect your device even though it's connecting to your computer with an USB cable. So we write this manual guide particularly for troubleshooting this situation. Read this article to learn how to bypass MDM if the device connection is not found.
Check if your situation applies
- You are trying to bypass MDM with our BuhoUnlocker. But when you connect your device to your computer, the device connection was not found.
- Check if this issue is caused by MDM restriction: open Settings > General > VPN & Device Management > tap a MDM Profile in MOBILE DEVICE MANAGEMENT section > tap Restrictions:
- Please check if your MDM restrictions include (but not limited to) the following options:
- USB accessories while locked not allowed
- Pairing with iTunes not allowed
- Booting into recovery by unpaired external source not allowed
Here are some common MDM restriction screenshots:
Remember that when you find an MDM profile, you verify that a device is managed. Otherwise, if there’s no MDM profile, then the device isn’t managed.
If you're facing one of the situations above, you can move on to check the following two methods to bypass MDM on your device.
Method 1: Reset Device
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Tap Continue when asked > confirm to Erase iPhone > enter your iPhone passcode to proceed.
Please keep it noted that this will complete wipe out your data, content and settings on your iPhone or iPad, so make sure to back up your device so that you can restore your data later.
- After resetting your device, you'll be asked to set up your device. Stop when you process to the Remote Management step.
- Now open BuhoUnlocker > keep your device connected to your computer > Click Bypass MDM to continue (detailed steps).
The MDM bypassing progress will be done in seconds.
Method 2: Unlock Screen Passcode Before MDM Bypassing
The customized MDM can also prevent you from resetting your device. If so, you need to use the Unlock Screen Passcode feature prior to bypassing MDM. Here are the steps to go.
- Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer.
- Put your device into Recovery Mode.
- Use the Unlock Screen Passcode feature to unlock your device first (detailed steps).
Once the process complete, you'll be asked to set up your device.
- When you see the Remote Management screen on your device. Use Bypass MDM to remove MDM on your device (detailed steps).
Still have questions? Contact us at [email protected].
Installing BuhoUnlocker
Interested in BuhoUnlocker? Read on to learn how to install BuhoUnlocker on your computer so you can try it out.
How to Install BuhoUnlocker on Mac
Download BuhoUnlocker.
Open the .dmg file you downloaded and drag the BuhoUnlocker icon to the Applications folder.
- Launch BuhoUnlocker and enjoy it.
How to Install BuhoUnlocker on Windows
BuhoUnlocker is also available on Windows. Here's how to install it on your PC:
Download BuhoUnlocker to your PC.
Click to open the .exe file you downloaded > Click Quick Install > wait for the installation process to complete.
- Click Start Now to Launch BuhoUnlocker.
- When asked, follow the prompots to install the latest iTunes or update your iTunes to the latest version.
BuhoUnlocker failed to install or update iTunes? Go install it manually.
What To Do If You Can't Install BuhoUnlocker
Can't install BuhoUnlocker? Please do the following:
- Check that your computer is compatible with BuhoUnlocker.
- Check that your computer has enough storage space.
- The installation package is damaged. Download it again.
- Grant permission to install software on your computer.
Activating BuhoUnlocker
Follow the steps below to activate BuhoUnlocker on your Mac or Windows PC.
How to Activate BuhoUnlocker
Download and install BuhoUnlocker on your computer.
Launch BuhoUnlocker.
Click the Buy Now button on the top right corner of the BuhoUnlocker app.
- If you have an activation code, click Enter License Code button.
If you don't have an activation code yet, click the Buy Now button in the app to open our Buy page, select your plan and complete payment, you will receive an email with your activation code.
- Paste your activation code into the box and click the Activate button.
- Your BuhoUnlocker activation is now successed.
If the activation fails, please check whether your activation code is correct and retry.
Still can't activate BuhoUnlocker? Please feel free to contact us.
Uninstalling BuhoUnlocker
For whatever reason, you want to uninstall BuhoUnlocker from your computer, just follow this guide.
How to Uninstall BuhoUnlocker on Mac
It's easy to uninstall BuhoUnlocker from your Mac. Here's how:
Quit BuhoUnlocker.
Open Finder > Applications.
Locate BuhoUnlocker and drag it to your Trash.
Or, you can download and install BuhoCleaner to your Mac, then use App Uninstall feature to completely remove BuhoUnlocker from your computer.
How to Uninstall BuhoUnlocker on PC
If you no longer need BuhoUnlocker, follow the steps below to uninstall it from your Windows PC.
Click the search icon next to the Windows icon in the lower left corner of your screen.
Search Control Panel, and you will see all Control Panel items.
Click Programs and Features and find BuhoUnlocker.
- Double-click BuhoUnlocker and follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall it from your computer.
Unlock Screen Passcode
Screen passcode is a security feature that protects your iPhones and iPads from prying eyes. If you ever set a passcode on your iOS device but forgot it, BuhoUnlocker can help you unlock your device passcode so you can regain access to it.
Step 1: Select Unlock Screen Passcode
- Download BuhoUnlocker from our official website. Install the software on your computer following the provided instructions.
- Launch BuhoUnlocker and click Unlock Screen Passcode from its home screen.
Step 2: Connect device to computer
- Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer using an original or Apple-certified USB cable.
If previously your device has been connected to this computer, and has confirmed by the Trust This Computer popup, you can move to the next step.
Otherwise, if it's the first time connecting to this computer, you'll need to put your device into Recovery Mode by following the instructions:
- Read and acknowledge the disclaimer before starting. Then click the Unlock Now button to start.
- Unlocking passcode with our BuhoUnlocker will erase all content and settings on your device. If you ever created a backup of your iPhone, you can restore the files from the backup later.
- Your device will update to the latest iOS version after passcode unlocking.
- If Find My is enabled, you'll need to sign in with your Apple ID to set up the device after unlocking.
- To prevent your device from rebooting failures, please make sure the battery is above 20%.
- BuhoUnlocker is for helping individual users unlock their forgotten passwords. It is for personal use only. Any commercial, illegal, or other misuse of BuhoUnlocker is strictly forbidden.
- Anyone using this service must be in compliance with the local laws. You should agree not to conduct any illegal activities with BuhoUnlocker.
- By continuing to use the Service, you agree that BuhoUnlocker has no obligation to any equipment issues or legal disputes.
Step 3: Download firmware
- Click the Download Now button to download the latest iOS firmware that's prepared for your device (If you have already downloaded firmware, click import to manually select your firmware).
- After that, you'll see the iOS/iPadOS device firmware downloading progress.
- Please keep your device connected and DO NOT quit BuhoUnlocker during the downloading process.
- The firmware downloading speed depends on your network performance. It's suggested to do the downloading in network stable environment.
Step 4: Start To Unlock Screen Passcode
- Wait for the downloading process to complete. When finished, click Unlock Now.
- Again, please note that the iOS on this device will be updated to the latest version after unlocking.
- The screen lock unlocking process will erase all content and data on this device.
- The restoring process may be a bit long, please be patient.
- Please keep your device connected and DO NOT quit BuhoUnlocker during the whole process.
- After the restoration is completed, you can click Completed to get back to the BuhoUnlocker home screen.
- After unlocking the screen passcode from this device, it will restart and you can use it as normal after restarting.
- The content on this device will be erased after the unlocking process. You can get your data back by restoring it from iCloud/iTunes backup.
Bypass MDM
In this manual guide, we will show you how to remove Mobile Device Management (MDM) on an iPhone or iPad with our BuhoUnlocker app. Read our detailed steps below to start.
Step 1: Select Bypass MDM
- Download and install the BuhoUnlocker software from our official website.
- Launch BuhoUnlocker and click Bypass MDM from its home screen.
Step 2: Connect device to computer
Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer using an original or Apple-certified USB cable.
If your device has not connected to this computer before, please click Allow when the Allow accessory to connect window appears on your computer:
- Confirm with the Trust This Computer popup on your device > Enter your passcode to move to the next step.
Step 3: Turn off Find My
If your Find My feature is turned on, follow the onscreen instructions to turn it off.
Step 4: Start to Bypass MDM
- Enter the screen passcode to keep your device staying on its home screen.
- Read and acknowledge the disclaimer. Then click the Bypass Now button.
- Currently we don't support bypassing MDM if the Find My option is enabled. Please turn it off manually before starting.
- Bypassing MDM will not update the iOS version.
- This will keep your device data to the greatest extent.
- After bypassing MDM, please don't choose the Restore from iCloud Backup option from the App & Data screen. Otherwise, your device would get locked up again by MDM.
- Don't reset/update your device after removing MDM, otherwise, it will show up again. And you'll need to redo the MDM removal.
- To prevent your device from rebooting failure, please make sure the battery is about 20%.
- BuhoUnlocker is for helping individual users remove MDM. It is for personal use only. Any commercial, illegal, or other misuse of BuhoUnlocker is strictly forbidden.
- Anyone using this service must be in compliance with the local laws. You should agree not to conduct any illegal activities with BuhoUnlocker.
- By continuing to use the Service, you agree that BuhoUnlocker has no obligation to any equipment issues or legal disputes.
- Then you'll see the MDM removal process begins. Wait for a minute to let it complete.
Please keep your device connected and don't quit our BuhoUnlocker during the MDM removal process.
Don't turn off or put your computer to sleep before the progress ends.
- Wait for the MDM removal process to complete. When finished, click Completed.
- Your device will automatically restart. After that, you can access it to complete the setup.
Remove Apple ID
Apple ID is the account that you can use to access Apple services like App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. If you lose your Apple ID password or are unable to sign in your Apple account, BuhoUnlocker can help you remove Apple ID from your device.
Step 1: Select Remove Apple ID
- Download and install the BuhoUnlocker software from our official website.
- Launch BuhoUnlocker and click Remove Apple ID from its home screen.
Step 2: Connect device to computer
Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer using an original or Apple-certified USB cable.
If your device has not been connected to this computer before, please click Allow when the Allow accessory to connect window appears on your computer:
- Confirm with the Trust This Computer popup on your device > Enter your passcode to move to the next step.
Step 3: Turn off Find My
If your Find My feature is turned on, follow the onscreen instructions to turn it off.
Step 4: Start to Remove Apple ID
- Read and acknowledge the disclaimer before clicking the Remove Now button.
If the screen passcode of your device is turned off, please set up the passcode for this device before continuing. After that, click Already Set to continue.
- It's unable to remove Apple ID if Find My iPhone/iPad is turned on.
- Removing Apple ID will not update iOS.
- This will keep your device data to the greatest extent. For these iCloud-related data, you can regain them by syncing from iCloud.
- BuhoUnlocker is designed to help individual users unlock their own Apple ID. It is for personal use only. Any commercial, illegal, or other misuse of BuhoUnlocker is strictly forbidden.
- Wait for the removal process to complete.
- When finished, click Completed.
After removing the Apple ID from this device, it will restart and you can use it as normal after restarting.
In case some unknown errors occur, please don't repeat the process before the device restarted.
Remove Screen Time Passcode
The purpose of this manual guide is to provide step-by-step instructions on using BuhoUnlocker to remove Screen Time passcode on an iPhone or iPad. No matter whether you're new to Apple services or a senior user, we'll offer guidance on any steps you may need to take before/after successfully removing the Screen Time passcode.
Step 1: Select Remove Screen Time Passcode
- Download and install the BuhoUnlocker software from our official website.
- Launch BuhoUnlocker and click Remove Screen Time Passcode from its home screen.
Step 2: Connect device to computer
Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer using an original or Apple-certified USB cable.
If your device has not connected to this computer before, please click Allow when the Allow accessory to connect window appears on your computer:
- Confirm with the Trust This Computer popup on your device > Enter your passcode to move to the next step.
Step 3: Turn off Find My
If your Find My feature is turned on, follow the onscreen instructions to turn it off.
Step 4: Start to Remove Screen Time Passcode
- Enter the screen passcode to keep your device staying on its home screen.
- Read and acknowledge the disclaimer. Then click the Remove Now button to start.
- It's unable to remove Screen Time if Find My iPhone is turned on.
- Removing Screen Time Passcode will not update iOS.
- This will keep your device data to the greatest extent.
- To prevent your device from rebooting failure, please make sure the battery is about 20%.
- BuhoUnlocker is designed to help individual users unlock their forgotten Screen Time passcode. It is for personal use only. Any commercial, illegal, or other misuse of BuhoUnlocker is strictly forbidden.
- Then you'll see the Screen Time Passcode removal process begins. Wait for a few seconds to let it complete.
Please keep your device connected and don't quit our BuhoUnlocker during the Screen Time Passcode removing process.
Don't turn off or put your computer to sleep before the progress ends.
- Wait for the Screen Time Passcode removing process to complete. When finished, click Completed.
- Your device will restart. After that, you can access it to complete the setup.
How to Update iTunes
This manual guide describes how to troubleshoot when you see an error message saying Unlocking Failed. An iTunes software update is required to connect to this device.
In general cases, this error is caused by outdated, malfunctioning, or intact iTunes components. It usually occurs if your Mac is running macOS 10.13 and older versions.
It's easy to fix the error because you're only required to update your iTunes software version. By doing so, all iTunes-related drivers and components will also get updated to the latest version.
Update iTunes on macOS High Sierra and Earlier
If you use a Mac that runs macOS High Sierra or older, you can update iTunes to the latest version via the Mac App Store or via iTunes Settings.
Update iTunes via App Store
- Open the Mac App Store.
- Select the Updates tab.
- Click the Update button along with iTunes.
Update within iTunes
- Open iTunes.
- Select iTunes on the menu bar.
- Select Check for Updates.
- iTunes will connect to Apple's servers and check for updates. Confirm to update if any new patch is available.
After the iTunes update is completed, you need to unplug and replug your device to your Mac (this step is required). Now you'll see an iTunes Software Update window.
Click Install to continue.
After the installation is finished, you can restart your Mac and launch our BuhoUnlocker to try again to unlock your device.
The Bottom Line
Still have questions? Contact us at [email protected].
Exit Recovery Mode
To put an iOS device into Recovery Mode can fix various system issues with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. If your iOS device is in Recovery Mode and you don't know how to get it out, follow this guide.
How to Exit Recovery Mode with BuhoUnlocker
BuhoUnlocker comes with an option that allows you to exit Recovery Mode with one click. Here's what you need to do:
Launch BuhoUnlocker.
Click the Help menu of BuhoUnlocker and select Exit Recovery Mode.
- Your device will restart and you can access it normally.
Related Article: How to Get iPhone Into and Out of Recovery Mode
About BuhoUnlocker
BuhoUnlocker is a tool designed to remove and unlock all types of locks on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, including screen passcode, screen time passcode, Apple ID password, MDM, etc.
Tech Specs of BuhoUnlocker
BuhoUnlocker is available on Windows and Mac. Here are its tech specs:
Windows OS: Windows 11, 10, 8.1, for 64bit
macOS: macOS Sonoma, macOS Ventura, Monterey, macOS Big Sur, macOS Catalina, macOS Mojave, macOS High Sierra, macOS Sierra, OS X 10.11
iOS: iOS 17, iOS 16, iOS 15, iOS 14, iOS 13, iOS 12, iOS 11, iOS 10, iOS 9, iOS 8
BuhoUnlocker Dashboard
BuhoUnlocker is a very simple and easy-to-use unlocking tool. When you open it, you will see all its functions at a glance, including Unlock Screen Passcode, Bypass MDM, Remove Apple ID, and Remove Screen Time Passcode. With this tool, you don't have to worry about iPhone passcode forgotten and unable to use your iOS device normally.
Unlock Screen Passcode
Your iPhone is unavailable or disabled due to the excessive wrong passcode attempts? Don't panic. The Unlock Screen Passcode feature of BuhoUnlocker is here to save you from the trouble of forgetting the screen passcode.
Bypass MDM
MDM stands for Mobile Device Management. It sends configuration files and commands to registered devices securely and remotely. If your iOS device is enrolled but you want to use it personally, use this feature to bypass MDM easily.
Remove Apple ID
An Apple ID is the personal account you use to access Apple services. If you have a second-hand iPhone but signed in with someone else's Apple ID, removing that person's Apple ID from the device is important to keep your data safe. With this Remove Apple ID feature, you can do that in minutes.
Remove Screen Time Passcode
Forgetting your Screen Time passcode can lead to a lot of frustration. That's why you need this Remove Screen Time Passcode feature. It can help you remove forgotten passcodes in minutes so that you can use your iPhone and iPad normally.
Installing iTunes on Windows
To restore your iOS device on a Windows PC, you need to install the latest iTunes first.
If BuhoUnlock fails to automatically install iTunes on your PC, read on to learn how to do it manually.
How to Manually Install iTunes on Windows
You can download the iTunes app through the Microsoft Store. Here's how:
Open the Microsoft Store on your PC.
Click the Get button to download iTunes.
If you're experiencing trouble downloading iTunes from the Microsoft Store, contact Microsoft for assistance.
