▷When replacing the display or glass, the data on the iPhone remains intact ▷ The process of installing the display or replacing the glass does not require entering a password.
However, there are differences in repair procedures depending on the service chosen:
- Apple Authorized Service. Before starting the repair, you will be asked to unlink the device from iCloud and reset the settings. To save photos and other data, you need to make a backup copy in iCloud. This is a mandatory requirement for repair in the official service.
- Unauthorized service. Here, as a rule, they do not require resetting the settings and unlinking from iCloud, which allows you to carry out repairs faster.
Despite this, we strongly recommend that you back up your data before repairing it at an unauthorized service for the following reasons:
- Risk of damage to the board. During the repair process, hidden faults may appear. After an impact, microcracks may form on the board, which oxidize over time. During disassembly, the board may fail due to loss of contact between the NAND, processor, or modem and the board. iPhones with curved bodies are especially at risk.
- Human factor. An inexperienced technician can damage the board, which will lead to data loss. Although the service can replace the device, your data will be lost forever. We wrote more about how to choose a reliable service earlier.
- The need for checks during the repair processIf the service needs to run tests, it is advisable to reset and save the data, as you should not share the password code with strangers.
Why you shouldn't give the service your password code? Most users use the same code for their devices and client banks. Even if you trust the service, the information on your iPhone is too valuable to risk. We also don't recommend trusting services to perform backups.
Our service does not require passwords for repair. All functions are checked on a locked screen or in the presence of the client. To replace the glass and display, it is enough to check the sensor and image quality, which can be done using test devices, without the participation of your iPhone.
Replacing iPhone glass. Can a technician access your data when replacing glass? If you have not provided the passcode, your data cannot be accessed. After 10 unsuccessful unlock attempts, the device will be locked and will require a data reset. Therefore, it is important not to provide the passcode to anyone and make it complex.
In addition, an unscrupulous employee may try to remember your password or watch you enter it through cameras. It is recommended to use Touch ID or Face ID or enter the password secretly.
