How to Restore iPod touch without iTunes? Try These Methods!

Does anyone know how to restore iPod touch without iTunes? I got an iPod touch but it is disabled now after wrong passcode attempts. The on-screen message tells me to restore my iPod with iTunes. But iTunes is unavailable on my computer, what can I do to enable my iPod touch?

It is always the first choice for iOS users to unlock their devices by using iTunes. However, iTunes is not an available choice for every user due to various reasons. It is possible to unlock an iPod touch without using iTunes? The answer is an absolute YES. In today's post, I will show you 3 hassle-free methods to restore iPod touch without using iTunes. Read it on, and this post will not let you down.

Method 1. How to Restore iPod touch without iTunes - Find My iPhone feature

We all know that the iOS system has a particular feature names Find My iPhone. This feature will help you locate your iOS device when it is lost or stolen. If you have enabled the Find My iPod feature on your disabled iPod touch, this method would be helpful to you. The following content will show you detailed steps about how to restore iPod touch without iTunes by using Find My iPhone.

Step 1: Launch a browser on your computer or mobile phone, and then navigate to the iCloud website. This method is available on Windows, Mac, and mobile phones.
Step 2: Select the Find My option in the main interface of iCloud.
Step 3: When you enter the Find My feature, you will see an All Devices option. Click on it and select the disabled iPod touch.
Step 4: Click on the Erase iPod option to restore your iPod touch without using iTunes.

Method 2. How to Restore iPod touch without iTunes - TunesKit iPhone Unlocker

Another method for users to unlock or restore iPod touch without iTunes is to use a third-party iPhone unlocking tool. I think TunesKit iPhone Unlocker is the optimal one that outranks most iOS unlocking tools. This tool allows users to unlock their iPhone without entering any passcodes including the Apple ID passcode. What's more, users are able to reset, factory reset, or restore iPhone without passcodes. Even if your iPhone screen is unresponsive or broken, TunesKit iPhone Unlocker can also unlock your iPod touch with ease.

Key Features of TunesKit iPhone Unlocker

• Available on the latest iOS version including 17
• Restore iPod touch without iTunes or password
• Enable to factory reset iDevices without passwords
• Unlock iPhone/iPad/iPod touch with ease
• Help to remove Face ID and fingerprint recognition at ease

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Here we will show you how to restore an iPod touch without iTunes by using TunesKit iPhone Unlocker.

Step 1Connect iPhone to the computer

To begin with, please connect your iPod to a computer by a workable cable. When TunesKit iPhone Unlocker detects your iPhone, click on Unlock iOS Screen on the main interface of the software, then click on the Start button.

Step 2Put iPhone into Recovery mode

Please follow the instruction to put your iPod into Recovery or DFU mode. Click on the Next button when your iPod is in Recovery mode.

Step 3Download firmware package

Here you will need to download the firmware package to restore your iPod. Please confirm that all the given information is corresponding to your iPod. If not, please correct it manually. Then, click on the Download button to start downloading.

Step 4Restore iPod without iTunes

In this phase, TunesKit iPhone Unlocker will start to unlock and restore your iPod touch without iTunes. All you need to do is wait and set up your iPod again.

Method 3. How to restore iPod without iTunes - iOS 15.2

If you have updated your iPod touch to iOS 15.2 or a later version, you will find a new feature that allows users to restore iPod without connecting to a computer. iOS users can use this newly launched feature to erase their iPhone/iPad/iPod touch when the device is disabled. The pre-condition of using this feature is knowing the Apple ID passcode and connecting to the internet. Now, let's see how to restore iPod touch without iTunes via this built-in feature.

Step 1: Wake up your iPod touch, then keep entering random passcodes until your iPod touch is disabled.
Step 2: Here you will see an Erase iPod option, click on it.
Step 3: Enter your Apple ID passcode to restore your iPod touch without iTunes when it is prompted.

Tip: How to restore iPod touch with iTunes

Wondering how to restore iPod touch using iTunes? Your iPod touch should be synced with iTunes before. If not, you should put your iPod into Recovery mode. Now, connect your iPod to a computer and see how to restore it with iTunes.

Step 1: Launch iTunes on your computer. For macOS Catalina or the later version, please launch Finder.
Step 2: You will see a little iPhone icon on the toolbar when iTunes detects your iPod. Click on it for the next step.
Step 3: Click on the Summary option, then hit on the Restore iPod option to restore your iPod touch.

FAQs about How to Restore iPod Without iTunes

1. Will restoring my iPod without iTunes erase all my data?

Yes, restoring your iPod to factory settings will erase all data on the device, regardless of the method used. Always ensure you have a backup of your important data before performing a restore.

2. Can I restore my iPod if I forgot my Apple ID or passcode?

If you've forgotten your Apple ID or passcode, you may still be able to restore your iPod using recovery mode with third-party software, such as TunesKit iPhone Unlocker. However, if Activation Lock is enabled, you will need your Apple ID and password to bypass it after the restore.

3. How do I put my iPod into recovery mode without iTunes?

To put your iPod into recovery mode:

Step 1: Turn off your iPod.
Step 2: Press and hold the Home button (for older models) or the Volume Down button (for iPod touch 7th generation) while connecting the device to a computer with a USB cable.
Step 3: Continue holding the button until the recovery mode screen appears.

4. Will restoring my iPod remove jailbreak or custom firmware?

Yes, restoring your iPod to factory settings will remove any jailbreak or custom firmware and return the device to its original operating system.

Conclusion

In this post, you will learn 3 different methods to restore an iPod without iTunes. If you still have other questions on iPod unlocker, please try using TunesKit iPhone Unlocker. Also, you can leave us a comment below, and we will be glad to help you.