The previous owner has passed away and I have no way of getting him to take the ipad of his device list. How can I reset and use the ipad please thank you

The previous owner has passed away and I have no way of getting him to take the ipad of his device list. How can I reset and use the ipad please thank you

Posted on Sep 16, 2020 1:30 AM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2020 8:39 AM

Contact Apple. They need to see 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 - Apple Support.    


Either take the device, the above paperwork, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened)


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple.    


or contact Apple ID Support. 


 Apple ID - Official Apple Support.    


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support.  (Link doesn’t always load)   


Get Support      Work through the screens to get a chat option. 


Apple Support schedule phone call


https://twitter.com/AppleSupport       People have posted it may take an hour or more to get a response.



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Sep 16, 2020 8:39 AM in response to Adamekins123

Contact Apple. They need to see 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 - Apple Support.    


Either take the device, the above paperwork, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened)


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple.    


or contact Apple ID Support. 


 Apple ID - Official Apple Support.    


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support.  (Link doesn’t always load)   


Get Support      Work through the screens to get a chat option. 


Apple Support schedule phone call


https://twitter.com/AppleSupport       People have posted it may take an hour or more to get a response.



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