I purchased a used Apple Watch and I cannot pass the activation lock. The person I bought it from has also removed the device from his account

I’m not able to pass the activation lock even after the person I bought it from has removed the watch from his account

Posted on Sep 8, 2020 4:30 AM

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Posted on Sep 8, 2020 4:34 AM

The previous owner has to unlock it. Just removing it from his account doesn't unlock, it here is some info What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support


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I purchased a used Apple Watch and I cannot pass the activation lock. The person I bought it from has also removed the device from his account

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