Here is a step-by-step guide to troubleshooting and fixing the iMazing pairing failed error, ordered from the easiest fixes to the more technical ones.
This is the solution for 90% of users.
Navigate to (Windows) or iMazing > Preferences (macOS). Click on the General tab. Scroll down and click Remove All Pairing Records .
It is incredibly frustrating when you plug in your iPhone or iPad, ready to back up or transfer files, and greets you with a "Pairing Failed" error.
Keep your iOS device unlocked via your passcode, Touch ID, or Face ID while connecting. Watch for an Accessory Connected or Trust This Computer prompt, then tap Trust and enter your passcode immediately. ⚙️ Step 2: Clear Corrupted Pairing Records
Plug the device back into the computer and tap on the prompt. 💻 Step 3: Repair Driver and Apple Component Dependencies
iMazing has a dedicated support page with a specific tool called the "Pairing Wizard" built into the app. In the iMazing toolbar, look under Actions or Tools for the pairing troubleshooter, which can automatically diagnose driver issues on Windows.