: While bypass methods can free up a device for use, they may also potentially expose users to security risks if not done properly.
| Method | Permanence | Phone/SMS | iMessage/Facetime | Windows 11 Compatible? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Temporary (Wi-Fi only) | No | No | Yes (Easy) | | Checkm8 Tethered | Until reboot | Yes (with SIM) | Limited | Yes (New drivers) | | Broken iCloud Removal | Permanent | Yes | Yes | Hardware dependent | | MFC Dongle | Permanent | Yes | Yes | Yes (2026 Firmware) |
: Often used for flashing and basic management; some users combine it with other custom ramdisks for bypass attempts. Sliver (Windows version)