activation lock
I am trying to activate my old phone and it is under activation Lock for one of my kids apple id and no one remembers the user and pass. How can I get around activation lock w/o the ID?
iPhone 7 Plus
I am trying to activate my old phone and it is under activation Lock for one of my kids apple id and no one remembers the user and pass. How can I get around activation lock w/o the ID?
iPhone 7 Plus
For Problems With Your Apple ID
Reset Security Questions
Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security
You may need to reach Apple’s Account Security department. If you cannot find your country or are not able to call, then complete this form and send it to them.
Try using Apple's iForgot service. If it says they don't have sufficient information, you need to contact Apple's Account Security team. To reach them, click here and pick a method; if you can't use any of the ones listed, fill out and submit this form.
Activation Lock Problem
If you purchased the device second-hand, then it is useless without the Apple ID and password to which it is locked. If you don't have it, can't remember it or cannot get it, then the device is useless to you. Try to get your money refunded, if you can, or take it to an Apple store for an exchange provided they will help you. If you are the original owner then take the device, a copy of your purchase receipt and identity proof to an Apple retailer where they may be able to assist you. For a decease owner you will need a certified copy of the Death Certificate, the device, proof of inheritance and proof of your identity. Take all to your local Apple Store for help. Note: there is no guarantee that anyone can gain access to the device.
Find My iPhone Activation Lock
If you can't activate your iPhone - Apple Support
Activation Lock - Turn off Find My iPhone
If you have an Apple Watch please see: About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support.
For Problems With Your Apple ID
Reset Security Questions
Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security
You may need to reach Apple’s Account Security department. If you cannot find your country or are not able to call, then complete this form and send it to them.
Try using Apple's iForgot service. If it says they don't have sufficient information, you need to contact Apple's Account Security team. To reach them, click here and pick a method; if you can't use any of the ones listed, fill out and submit this form.
Activation Lock Problem
If you purchased the device second-hand, then it is useless without the Apple ID and password to which it is locked. If you don't have it, can't remember it or cannot get it, then the device is useless to you. Try to get your money refunded, if you can, or take it to an Apple store for an exchange provided they will help you. If you are the original owner then take the device, a copy of your purchase receipt and identity proof to an Apple retailer where they may be able to assist you. For a decease owner you will need a certified copy of the Death Certificate, the device, proof of inheritance and proof of your identity. Take all to your local Apple Store for help. Note: there is no guarantee that anyone can gain access to the device.
Find My iPhone Activation Lock
If you can't activate your iPhone - Apple Support
Activation Lock - Turn off Find My iPhone
If you have an Apple Watch please see: About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support.
Apple ID - How to find your Apple An iCloud e-mail address is an Apple ID.
Enter the Apple (iCloud) ID and click Forgot Password.
If necessary, if you are the original owner, take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store.
or contact Apple ID Support. They will need to see the original purchase receipt/paperwork also.
Apple Support by e-mail or chat Select your device, Battery, Power and Charging, then Power adapter not working to get a chat option.
Or fill out and submit this form.
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