If your iPhone is controlled by Gestione dei dispositivi mobili (MDM), certain settings, apps, and features may be restricted. This guide explains different ways to remove device management from your iPhone and regain full control.
Check If Your iPhone Has Device Management
MDM is usually installed by workplaces, schools, or organizations. To check if your iPhone is managed:
- Aperto Impostazioni
- Vai a General > VPN & Device Management
- If an MDM profile is listed, your iPhone is managed
If the MDM profile restricts device settings, you may need permission from the organization to remove it.
Rimuovere Gestione dispositivi dalle impostazioni
If you have the necessary permissions, you can manually remove MDM from your iPhone.
Passi per rimuovere il profilo MDM
- Aperto Impostazioni
- Vai a General > VPN & Device Management
- Toccare il tasto MDM profile
- Selezionare Remove Management
- Enter the MDM password (if required)
- Restart the iPhone to apply changes
If the option to remove the profile is unavailable, your iPhone is likely under strict supervision.
Remove MDM Using iTunes or Finder
If the MDM profile prevents manual removal, resetting your iPhone through iTunes or Finder may work.
Steps to Reset iPhone Using iTunes/Finder
- Collegate il vostro iPhone a un computer
- Aperto iTunes (Windows) o Finder (Mac)
- Select your device and click Ripristino dell'iPhone
- Wait for the process to complete and set up your iPhone as new
Se MDM is enforced by Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager, the profile may reapply after resetting.
Remove MDM Using DFU Mode
If a standard reset does not work, DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode may remove the MDM profile.
Steps to Reset iPhone via DFU Mode
- Collegare l'iPhone al computer e aprire iTunes (Windows) o Finder (Mac)
- Put your iPhone into DFU mode:
- iPhone 8 o successivo: Premere e rilasciare Volume in alto, stampa e comunicati Volume ridotto, quindi tenere premuto il tasto Pulsante laterale until the screen goes black. While holding the Side button, press and hold Volume ridotto for 5 seconds, then release the Side button but keep holding Volume Down for another 10 seconds.
- iPhone 7/7 Plus: Tenere Volume giù + pulsante di accensione for 10 seconds, then release Power but keep holding Volume Down.
- iPhone 6s o precedente: Tenere Tasto Home + tasto di accensione for 10 seconds, then release Power but keep holding Home.
- iTunes or Finder will detect the iPhone in DFU mode
- Cliccare Ripristino dell'iPhone to erase all data and settings
- Set up the iPhone as new
If the device is supervised, MDM may reinstall after setup.
Use Third-Party Tools to Remove MDM
Several third-party tools claim to remove MDM without a password. Some commonly used options include:
- Tenorshare 4uKey
- iMyFone LockWiper
- Dr.Fone – Unlock (iOS)
These tools may work but should be used with caution, as MDM removal without authorization could violate company policies.
Impedire la reinstallazione di MDM dopo il reset
If the iPhone is linked to Apple School Manager o Apple Business Manager, MDM may automatically reinstall after a reset. To prevent this:
- Contattare l'organizzazione e richiedere la rimozione del dispositivo da Apple Business Manager or School Manager
- Utilizzo a different Apple ID during setup to avoid linking to the MDM profile
If the device was provided by a company or school, removing MDM without permission may lead to restrictions or legal consequences.