Summary: iPhone or iPad DNS Bypass is a popular solution for iCloud locked devices, read on to learn more about this.
Have you purchased a second-hand iPhone/iPad and its iCloud Activation Lock is enabled? Or you own an Apple device, but have forgotten its iCloud password? In either situation, you can’t use locked devices without iCloud activation.
You may try to contact Apple customer support, but they are not going to help you straightforward without user authentication. You will be asked a lot of questions, and they may demand the original iOS device payment receipt, even after the authentication of the device.
To avoid these complications, one of the best free ways is to get your Apple device unlocked using iCloud DNS Bypass.
Part 1. What is “iCloud DNS Bypass”?
Every time you setup your iOS device after a factory reset or restore, your iOS device will sent an activation request to Apple server. Apple processes the request and shows the status of your device. And if your device’s Find My iPhone function is turned ON, iCloud Activation Lock screen will pop up, asking you to provide iCloud account login details.
If you have forgotten your login details (Apple ID or password), or you get a second-hand device with iCloud lock enabled, then the iCloud DNS Bypass is here to help you. It is one of the free iCloud unlocking methods.
Domain Name System (DNS) converts the readable names into numerical IP addresses. It uses the DNS server which acts as a host to run the application. If your device is iCloud locked, a great way is to change its activation path using the DNS method and send it from the original Apple server to iCloud Bypass DNS server for authentication.
Believe it or not, bypassing Apple’s iCloud DNS isn’t as complicated as it sounds.
You can change the IP server path in the device’s WIFI settings, even if the activation screen is popped up and you are not able to use the device. There is an option for you to enter the manual WIFI setting and change the DNS address.
Once it is DNS activated, you will be able to use several apps, surf the internet, play games, use the camera, and more on your iOS device.
1.1 The Limitation of iCloud DNS Bypass
From my research & test, bypassing iCloud with DNS is not perfect.
- There is no assurance that it will always work to unlock your device.
- DNS activated doesn’t allow you to access all the features of an iOS device. You will have access to limited features.
- It doesn’t work for all versions of iOS devices. It may prove effective for iOS 8 to iOS 11 devices, and may not function for other versions.
- iCloud DNS Bypass is just a hack to use your Apple device and not a complete unlock. For a complete iCloud unlock, try iCloud IMEI Unlock service.
Part 2. The Verified iCloud DNS Bypass Method in 2023
iCloud DNS Bypass is a simple and short method. Here is step by step guide to DNS Bypass your iCloud locked iOS device.
2.1 Steps for DNS Bypass iCloud Activation Lock
Note: Before performing iCloud DNS Bypass captive portal, make sure that your device has SIM card installed as it is necessary to complete the process.
Step 1: On the screen, choose your country and language from the menu.
Step 2: Once you proceed it, you will be directed to the WIFI setting page, asking you to connect to a WIFI network. Alongside the WIFI network, look for ‘i’ symbol.
Note: if you don’t see ‘i’ symbol alongside WIFI network, then press Home Button> More WIFI Setting, and look for it.
Step 3: You need to disconnect to the WIFI network. Once you find ‘i’ symbol, go to the connection settings and select Forget this Network.
Step 4: Now, click ‘i’ and enter a DNS server to bypass iCloud Activation Lock according to your location, against DNS tab. Choose the one from the list below:
2.2 iCloud Bypass DNS Server IP Addresses 2023
USA: 104.154.51.7
South America: 35.199.88.219
Europe: 104.155.28.90
Asia: 104.155.220.58
Australia and Oceania: 35.189.47.23
Other continents: 104.155.28.90
Step 5: After entering DNS IP, tap the Back option at the left of the screen. Now, turn on WIFI, select the WIFI network from the list and enter the password.
Step 6: You will see the option of Next page, don’t click it and press Back. Now you are on iCloud Bypass screen.
Step 7: Scroll down the page, go to the Menu and set up your apps, music, internet, camera, etc.
You can also watch this video tutorial for this:
2.3 Advanced Tip: How to Use iCloud DNS Bypass “Crash”
After the above steps, you’ll be able to use part of the functions of your iPhone. In fact, no one wants to use partial functions since they paid a lot to get the iPhone. So, I’m going to introduce further instructions to enable you to use your iPhone as normal via Crash.
Note: This tip can only allow you to use your iPhone/iPad temporarily because your device will be locked again after reboot. So, never reboot your device unless you have to.
Steps to Use iCloud DNS Bypass Crash Method
Step 1. After using the above method mentioned in part 2.1, tap on the “Menu” > “Applications”.
Step 2. Then find and tap on the “Crash”. Your iPhone will restart automatically.
Step 3. Wait until your iPhone restarts, choose the “Language and Country”. Then you’ll be directed to ‘Choose a WiFi Network’ interface.
Step 4. From that interface, tap on Home button and then the “More WIFI Settings”.
Step 5. Tap on the ‘i’ symbol next to your WIFI. Then go to “Menu” > “HTTP Proxy”.
- Clear the existed HTTP address and list 30 distinct emoji icons to the “Server” zone
- Type ‘8888’ over the “Port” Zone.
Step 6. Now hit the “Back” option and then the “Next” option. You will be directed to see the unlock screen, press the Home button to unlock it.
Step 7. Hit the language option until the home screen shows up. Then you’ll be able to use more functions in your device!
Part 3. iCloud DNS Bypass Not Working? Try the Alternatives!
If the above iCloud DNS Bypass method not working, you can try an alternative solution – iCloud unlock service for your locked iOS device (including the latest iPhone 14), here we recommend you try AppleiPhoneUnlock.
AppleiPhoneUnlock is a reliable iCloud unlock service, which not only works for all Apple devices but also removes an iCloud lock from your iOS/iPadOS/watchOS device permanently, allowing you to get full control of your device and use all of its features.
What’s better, AppleiPhoneUnlock work for all iOS/iPadOS versions!
3.1 Ultimate Solution for “iCloud DNS Bypass not working”
AppleiPhoneUnlock provides easy service to unlock your device using your device’s IMEI Number/Serial Number only. Follow these steps to remove the iCloud account from your device when iCloud DNS Bypass server not working.
Note: Before using any iCloud unlock services, you need to check the iCloud status with a reliable iCloud status checker. If the device is blacklisted (reported as lost or stolen), none of the iCloud unlock services can work for you.
Step 1: Get device’s IMEI Number/Serial Number
- For activated device: Dial *#06# to get IMEI number or Tap Settings>General>About>look for IMEI number.
- For inactivated device: Go to activation screen, look for ‘i’icon, tap it and get your IMEI number.
Step 2: Go to AppleiPhoneUnlock website, provide the IMEI/SN, and click Remove Activation Lock, after selecting the device model.
Step 3: Proceed the payment and let the team of experts to remove the iCloud lock from your Apple device. It usually takes 24-48 hours to complete this process.
Once done, you are ready to use your iOS device without any interference.
Here is the details about how they unlocked our device:
Is AppleiPhoneUnlock Worth Trying?
You might doubt iCloud unlock service as illegal, however it carries the process legally. Here are some of the reasons why you should have a try at AppleiPhoneUnlock.
- If you try to contact the Apple customer care, they will ask you to provide the evidence that you own this device. In case, you have lost the receipt for device purchase, you will have to contact the original seller, which is a hectic task, specifically if you have made an online purchase. Thus, iCloud unlock service saves your time and worth for the money you spent on your phone.
- You might fear scam, but AppleiPhoneUnlock overcomes all your fears by providing you 100% money-back guarantee.
- Moreover, they use verified SSL (HTTPS) to ensure that your IMEI is secure and not misused.
Customers Trust on AppleiPhoneUnlock
AppleiPhoneUnlock is a trustworthy and reliable iCloud lock removal service with thousands of satisfied customers. Their customers trust them for their fast services, efficient customer support, and keeping a track of services. Five-star ratings from their confident customers show the reliability of their iCloud unlock services.
Update
We tested AppleiPhoneUnlock service on our iCloud locked iPhone X, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13 and iPhone 14, they were all unlocked successfully within 2 days (you can check the unlock details above). Apart from this service, we also tested some popular unlocking software, but one of them worked:
- Exodus Super Unlock (didn’t work)
- iCloud Assistant Pro (didn’t work)
- iCloud Unlock Deluxe (didn’t work)
- Tenorshare 4MeKey (actually worked for us)
3.2 Try Tenorshare 4MeKey for iCloud Bypass
Tenorshare 4MeKey is a software that is specially designed for iCloud bypass. It is programmed with the latest iCloud bypass technology and has been well known among users who have an iCloud locked iPhone.
It offers a free trial, with which you can find whether your iCloud locked iPhone can be bypassed or not.
Here is how you can bypass iCloud on your iPhone/iPad:
Using 4MeKey to bypass iCloud is faster than an iCloud unlock service. So if you’re in a hurry, this software is a good option.
Common Questions about iCloud DNS Bypass
Q1. Can I use iCloud DNS methods on my Apple Watch?
Nope! This method can only work for iPhone/iPad (iOS 8 ~ iOS 11).
Q2. I am in Nigeria (Africa) can I access their AppleiPhoneUnlock?
Of course, there are no limits on geographical restrictions.
Q3. I cannot bypass using the DNS server, can I sent the device to you?
Sorry that we do not offer this kind of service. Please try again or use the alternative method.
Q4. Can you promise that AppleiPhoneUnlock will succeed?
You need to know that AppleiPhoneUnlock is not our website/service. We recommend it because we found it useful for our devices after testing. If you’re confusing, just contact their support to confirm.
What’s more, they offer a money-back guarantee if they failed to unlock your device.
Q5. How much does it cost to unlock?
- The iCloud dns bypass method is free but not all devices are supported.
- The price of AppleiPhoneUnlock service is always changed due to promotion, you can check the real-time price from here.
Q6. What’s the iCloud DNS bypass infinite menu?
When you successfully bypass the iCloud lock with DNS method, you’ll be redirected to a page, from which you can access the infinite menu by tapping “Menu”.
After entering the iCloud infinite menu, you can use apps, take photo, chat online, etc.
Q7. What is ihaxDNS? Can ihaxDNS bypass iCloud Activation Lock?
ihaxDNS is not an iCloud bypass method, it’s just one of the applications in the DNS bypass menu. ihaxDNS allows users to use their iPhone more friendly than the initial menu.
Here is how you can use your iPhone in ihaxDNS:
- Bypass your iCloud lock with the above DNS method.
- Tap Menu > Applications > iHaxDNS
Q8. Can DNS bypass method work for iOS 16?
We tested the DNS bypass method on many of our devices that running on iOS 16, however, it couldn’t work for either of them.
Q9. What is remove.icloud-dns-bypass.com?
We can’t find any information about remove.icloud-dns-bypass.com. When opening the URL in the browser, it will redirect to a website that looks like spam. We’re sure it’s not an iCloud bypass solution.
Q10. I don’t have the money to pay for service, can you help me unlock?
We launched the “Lucky Dog” plan since Nov 1, 2019. We’ll help three users to unlock their devices for free each month. The “lucky dog” will be chosen randomly from those who leave a comment or share our post to their social media.
Final Words
With the iCloud lock enabled, it is common to expect that your Apple device gets locked, restricting you to use it. However, iCloud DNS Bypass is an efficient way to hack your device and use it with limited features.
In order to enjoy the device functionality at its fullest, it is recommended to use an iCloud unlock service – AppleiPhoneUnlock. It supports all iOS versions, including the latest iOS 16/iPad OS 16.
If you want to bypass iCloud in a lightning-fast speed, then Tenorshare 4MeKey will be your best choice!
Thanks a million…this info helped alot…i picked up an iphone11 like a month ago..its still locked…but thanks anyway..now i know what i can do with this phone..
I want to be a Lucky Dog
Thanks for all the info, I will try the paid service when I get paid next week.
Hi Darren please are you assuring me that I can use dsn method to unlock my 1phone 5s from i cloud activation lock
Can’t assure you that. Just test it, it won’t do any harm to your device.
First of all, huge thanks.
An old iphone 5s that I bought for about $205 was locked and haven’t used it for years is now UNLOCKED. Beautiful work. Now, because icloud was deactivate using an alternative DNS, I wonder if it’s safe to login with my own iCloud account now? Or it can only work with no iCloud? It’s still using iOS 7 and not updating it yet unless advisable.
Hey,
DSN method won’t permanently deactivate iCloud lock. If you sign in with your own iCloud, there will be a risk.
Hope this helps.
I am happy to report that I so very gratefully (and much more appreciated than I can ever describe) was able to succeed with the DNS bypass for my iPad!!!
Honestly, I am just happy to even be using it at the very least!! I bought it second hand from the owner about 6 years ago and because she forgot her email it’s been in my storage unit dreaming of the day i could use it….
Then I miraculously found you!!!! So happy i cannot begin to thank you enough to even have the bypass program, but I would of course LOVE to use it with its fullest functioning abilities.
I am sharing to my Facebook page ASAP because I know so many frustrated people that would be happy just with the DNSbypass!! Thanks again!!
Hoping to hear from you with news of a free unlock soon 😉 People like you prove this world hasn’t lost all hope of humanity evolving into a better way of life and with love as its number one answer to everything.
Because you care, others will follow with the need to to pass on the feelings you gave them on to more and more people…
Thank you for all your feedback…..it has helped me a lot and prevented me from wasting my data but truth be told I have no money and I would really appreciate it if I became one the lucky dogs and got a chance to unlock my iPhone.
I managed to unlock my Iphone se using dns server method.
However, i failed to crash it so i can only use the dns server.
but thank you very much
Great! Thank you so much. Keep up the good work.
Hello Darren
I have iphone 8+ lost mode on and lock can you help me?
Hey Sahil, this is the guide to unlock an iPhone in lost mode: https://www.wipelock.com/unlock-icloud/iphone-lost-mode-bypass/
Hi Darren, I have an Iphone XR blocked by Icloud and reported as lost, can you help me what to do?
Hey, this post will help you: https://www.wipelock.com/unlock-icloud/iphone-lost-mode-bypass/
Hello Darren help me please…
Am in Uganda, I picked a lost ipad. I would like to use it. I never used Apple gadget in my life. Please help me, friend.
thank you.
Hey Mash, the above methods will work for you!
Does this work on an iPad2? Apparently we bought it 4 days before it was discontinued but have no issues with it until after not being used for about 2 months, it suddenly had an activation lock on it due to a find my iPhone feature that was used. According to my Apple account I have no devices connected to it and the iPad isn’t recognizing my user name we set up with it (we are the sole owners).
Of course! AppkeiPhoneUnlock works for all models of iPad.
Can the crash method be used in ios 13?
Wonderful!!! soled my problem.
Does the crash method work on ipad air 3 running ios 10.15?
Hi Nick,
We don’t have a device with iOS 10.15. You can try the above method and let us know if it works.
Thank you!
Does it work with an ipad not just an iphone I should have asked. The example you gave was using ios 10 but on iPhone. Not sure if the emoji part is compatable. I have been using the dns bypass for a week now but would like to be able to use it properly. A day after I bought it, unfortunately, the man I bought it from was deployed, per the woman I talked to, so I have no way of getting his icloud account info. I don’t want to brick the ipad if that procedure isn’t even compatible. Should I even try it?
Hi Nick,
Just try it. Your iPad won’t be brick if the Crash method cannot work. Trust me.
Thank you!
This is the best iCloud key unlock I ever read, thanks!
Hi i have iphone 6 on icloud activation lock. can you help me. Thanks
Have you tried the above methods?
hello my iphone says, the iphone is linked to the account n……[email protected]…. please enter to activaate the iphone
how can i get this account removed /bypasssed so i can use it normal way
Hi John, You iPhone is locked by iCloud activation lock. You can use the mentioned method to bypass it.
Hello, my iPhone 5c has been reset last year and the apple id was from my daddy.. But he is in Japan ha can’t just send it to us.. so I keep it until now. Thean I open it and it becomes different now.
Hey Miyuki, Contacting your father is the best free way. Or use AppleiPhoneUnlock.
Hi can you help me how to remove iphone disabled lock?
This will help you: https://www.wipelock.com/lock-screen/unlock-disabled-iphone-without-itunes/
great service!
Did it work for you?
Yes, it unlocked my iPhone 6s
Hi Darren, do you really trust this AppleiPhoneUnlock service? Because, I’m scared, I don’t wanna get scammed
Hi Emmanuel, they succeeded in removing iCloud activation lock from our iPhone 6, iPhone 8 and iPhone X.
How do i by pass sim not supported issues
Hi Micah,
I wrote a post on this issue: https://www.wipelock.com/sim-lock/iphone-sim-not-supported/
Hope this helps!
Hi Darren,
I tried to hard reset the phone. but now it says iPhone is disabled. Can you help me?
Hi,
Hard Reset cannot bypass iCloud lock. If the iPhone is disabled, you can restore it using iTunes.
But after restoring, you’ll be stuck at iCloud activation lock screen.
Kind regards,
I tried restoring my iPhone 6s with iTunes. And as soon as I got done booting up there was a display of activation lock I need to buy email address it was set up under. I don’t have the email address or the passcode and I’ve been trying everything what can I do? I’ve tried changing the DNS number everything and nothing is working..
Hey James,
Sorry to hear that! The alternative method will help.
Best regards,
Hi Darren can you please unlock my iphone 5, coz i cant use it activation lock is always blocking
Have you tried the DNS bypass method?
I have iPods tach with I cloud how can I remove this
I checked out the drunlock website, so what’s the diff between unlock iphone and icloud unlock?
Hi Tegirenai, Unlocking iPhone allows you to use a different carrier. Unlocking iCloud enables you to remove iCloud Activation Lock. Hope you would understand.
Wonderful solution! I succeeded in removing iCloud!
Congratulations!
How can I bypass my iCloud issues my phone is Iphone 6s. Please me
Hi Mike,
May I know the issues of your iPhone 6s? If it is locked by iCloud, you can try the above method or service.
Thanks!
how did you do it by removering icoud
How many days to complete bypass on this method??
Hey, they spent two days on my locked iPhone 6s. Hope this helps.
Thanks!
🙂
Hey, I’ve tried to use the website and it tells me “only WiFi only devices are available for iCloud activation lock removal. I would like to email them and see but wondered if you have ever saw or heard this.
Hey Austin,
I didn’t notice that. But our iPhone 6 & X were unlocked successfully without connecting to WiFi.
Darren
Hey so I have a iPhone 8 plus and it’s icloud locked and Find My iPhone was used. Will this still work?
my iPhone 8 was (Find My iPhone is enabled) unlocked successfully with the above service 🙂
i live in zimbabwe how can i pay
Awesome post. Your blogs are always full of information. BTW, do you know the difference among iCloud DNS Bypass 2019, iCloud DNS Bypass 2018, iCloud Dns Bypass 2017, 2016?
Hi Zara,
The servers are different. It is recommended to use the latest server (2019)
Have a nice day!
Darren
Nice
I can’t a bypass won’t work its keep telling me use other network
You can try the alternative method.
Please i need to unlock the icould of my iPhone 7 please, how much does it cost to unlock it.