Is there a way to backup my data before I set my phone back to factory settings?

[Kathy Cain]

I forgot my password on my lock screen Galaxy S4.

Is there a workaround that will allow me to keep my photos, data, contacts, etc. I know there is a hard reset but I don't want to wipe my phone back to factory defaults. Thank you.

 

[B. Diddy]

Re: I forgot my password on my lock screen Galaxy S4.

Welcome to Android Central! If you fail the unlock enough times, does it ask you for your Google credentials?