Step 1: Back Up Your Data (Without Restoring It Later)

Use iCloud: Go to Settings > Your Name > iCloud > iCloud Backup, then back up your phone.
Save WhatsApp Chats: Open WhatsApp > Settings > Chats > Chat Backup and back up to iCloud.
Manual Backup Option: Transfer photos/videos to your PC, and save important files to Google Drive.
Important: Do not restore this backup after the reset—it’s only for safekeeping.
Step 2: Factory Reset Your iPhone

Go to Settings > General > Erase All Content and Settings to reset your phone.
Step 3: Set Up a New iCloud Account

After the reset, set up your iPhone as a new device.
Create a new Apple ID with a different email and phone number (avoid using the banned number).
Step 4: Install and Sign Up on Grindr

Download Grindr from the App Store.
Create a new Gmail account (on YouTube, when logged out, you can create one without a phone number).
Use this new Gmail to sign up on Grindr.
For phone verification, use a new number one from DatingZest Grindr phone service).
Step 5: Restore Your Data (Carefully!)

After Grindr is working, log back into your old iCloud to sync apps and files—but do not restore a full backup.
Download WhatsApp and restore only the chat backup from iCloud.
Now, you’re back on Grindr without the ban! 🚀