If you’ve forgotten your Apple Watch’s passcode, you’re not locked out forever. There is a simple process to reset it. However, resetting the passcode will erase all content and settings from your Apple Watch. Ensure that you have backed up your data before proceeding with the reset.

Here’s how to reset a forgotten Apple Watch passcode:

1. Place Your Apple Watch on its Charger: To begin, ensure your Apple Watch is placed on its charger throughout the entire process.

2. Force Restart: Press and hold both the side button and Digital Crown for at least 10 seconds. Release the buttons when you see the Apple logo.

3. Wait for the Lock Screen: Once your watch reboots, wait until the “Enter Passcode” screen appears.

4. Access the “Erase all content and settings” Option: On your iPhone, open the Watch app. Go to the ‘My Watch’ tab and tap on ‘General’. Scroll down to find ‘Reset’ and then select ‘Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings.’ In some cases, you can also erase data directly on your watch by entering wrong passcodes multiple times until it asks if you want to erase data.

5. Confirm Reset: You’ll need to confirm that you want to erase everything off of your watch. If prompted for your Apple ID, enter it. This completes the step to remove all of your personal information and reset it back to factory settings.

6. Pair Your Apple Watch Again: Once erased, you’ll need to re-pair your watch with your iPhone. To do this, turn on your Apple Watch and place it near your iPhone until you see a prompt stating that a watch has been detected.

7. Restore from Backup: During the setup process, choose to Restore from Backup if you want to load an earlier saved version of your Apple Watch’s data.

By following these steps, you can successfully overcome a forgotten passcode scenario for your Apple Watch without too much hassle. Remember that these steps will erase any data that isn’t backed up, so be sure to frequently backup your important information!