how can i unlock my phone when i forgot my password

[AC Question]

i have locked myself out of my phone and forgot my alternate password how can i unlock my phone?

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! What phone is it? On many phones, if you fail enough times, you'll get asked your Google credentials, so give that a try. Otherwise, you may want to bring the phone back to your wireless store and see if they can help.