iPhone Unavailable Try Again in 1 Hour? How to Unlock It!

Stuck on "iPhone unavailable try again in 1 hour" and forget iPhone Screen Passcode? Read this post to learn 2 effective methods to unlock the disable iPhone.

Clara by Clara Updated January 8, 2025
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How Do I Get My iPhone Out of Unavailable Mode

I found my old iPhone but I don't remember the passcode. When I tried multiple times to enter the passcode on the iPhone, it first said "iPhone Unavailable, try again in 10, 15 minutes". Tried again and entered what I thought was the correct passcode, but even after that the iPhone now says Unavailable for 1 hour. What should I do to unlock iPhone unavailable try again in 1 hour?

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If you enter the wrong passcode too many times, you will receive a message saying "iPhone is not available". The delay starts at 1 minute and gradually increases to 5 minutes, 15 minutes, and 1 hour, or even a complete lock (10 and more wrong passcode attempts). This situation can be frustrating.

Don't panic, if you see the error "iPhone unavailable try again 1 hour", there are still ways to solve this problem. This article introduces 2 proven methods to regain access to your device (with or without iTunes). Let's take a look!

Unlock iPhone Unavailable Try Again in 1 Hour - 2 Ways

To fix the situation of “iPhone unavailable try again in one hour”, you can read and check 2 effective ways below, including unlock iPhone use iTunes to restore iPhone, or Ease iPhone by Find My.

Way 1.Unlock iPhone Unavailable Try Again in 1 Hour with iTunes

If you have previously synced your iPhone with iTunes, you can use iTunes to unlock your device. This method will erase all data on your iPhone and restore your iPhone to factory settings. After this, you will need to set up your iPhone as a new iPhone or restore it from a previous backup.

Step 1. Install and open iTunes on your computer > Connect your iPhone to this PC with a USB cable.

Step 2. When iTunes recognizes your iPhone, tap iPhone icon from the top left corner > Click on the Summary tab > Choose Restore iPhone.

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Step 3. Confirm your action when it asked. This way will erase your iPhone data and settings.

Step 4. Then tap the Restore button to continue the process.

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Way 2. Solve iPhone Unavailable Try Again in One Hour via Find My

In addition, you can also solve this problem through Find My. You can to visit iCloud.com through a browser to locate the FInd My function. This is handy if you don’t have access to a computer or iTunes.

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Here are the steps to fix iPhone unavailable try again in an hour.

Step 1. Go to iCloud.com > Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

Step 2. Navigate to Find iPhone option > Click All Devices to select your disabled iPhone from the list.

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Step 3. Then tap on Erase iPhone from the menu > Click Erase to confirm this process.

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Step 4. Once the erase process is complete, your iPhone will restart. Simply follow the on-screen instructions to reconfigure your device and restore your backed-up data from iCloud.

Related Question about iPhone Unavailable Try Again in 1 Hour

Users often have additional questions when dealing with iPhone not working issue. Here are some common questions and their answers:

Q 1. When will You Encounter iPhone Unavailable Try Again in 1 Hour?

To prevent unauthorized access, Apple has implemented a security measure that delays the iPhone after multiple incorrect passcode attempts. Here are the details:

  • 5 Wrong Attempts: The iPhone is disabled, and you can try again in 1 minute.
  • 6 Wrong Attempts: The iPhone is disabled, and you can try again in 5 minutes.
  • 7 Wrong Attempts: The iPhone is disabled, and you can try again in 15 minutes.
  • 8 Wrong Attempts: The iPhone is disabled, and you can try again in 1 hour.
  • 9 Wrong Attempts: The iPhone remains disabled for 1 hour.
  • 10 or More Wrong Attempts: The iPhone is completely disabled, and you are prompted to connect to iTunes to regain access.

Q 2. What Happens After iPhone Disabled for 1 Hour?

After 1 hour, you will have another chance to enter the correct password. If you fail again, the time delay will increase further, possibly resulting in a complete lockout requiring a reset.

Q 3. How to Avoid iPhone Unavailable and Security Delay?

To avoid the "iPhone Unavailable" issue and long security delays, you can follow these tips:

  • Use a Strong Yet Memorable Passcode
  • Enable Face ID or Touch ID
  • Limit Access Attempts
  • Use Two-Factor Authentication

Conclusion

iPhone unavailable try again in 1 hour” can be frustrating, but with the above methods, you can solve this problem. Whether you choose iTunes, or "Find My iPhone", each method provides a reliable way to unlock your device. Among them, FoneTool provides simple operation steps and powerful erasing functions. It also has functions such as backing up iPhone, which is an ideal choice for users to manage iOS devices.

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