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Apple ID /password

My grandmother passed away and my grandfather gave me her phone I've had it for a little over 6 months and even tho I've made a user name /Apple ID it will not let me take her off the phone because no one knew her password and we don't know what to we tried resetting phone and everything possible but nothing apple hangs up on me and at this point I am so anger I don't know if I even want to switch from my android can someone please help me I would gratefully appreciate it from the bottom of my heart

iPhone 5, iOS 10

Posted on Dec 16, 2019 5:54 AM

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Posted on Dec 16, 2019 6:40 AM

If you are seeing an Activation Lock, take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store. Also take a copy of the death certificate and a copy of the will or a document that shows you inherited it.


How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts


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or contact Apple ID Support. They will need to see the original purchase receipt/paperwork also.


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Dec 16, 2019 6:40 AM in response to Christina1980_

If you are seeing an Activation Lock, take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store. Also take a copy of the death certificate and a copy of the will or a document that shows you inherited it.


How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts


Genius Bar Reservation US


or contact Apple ID Support. They will need to see the original purchase receipt/paperwork also.


Apple ID Support


Apple ID Support (2) 


Apple Support by e-mail or chat         


Apple Support using Twitter


Or fill out and submit this form.





Apple ID /password

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