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My sold ipad has activation lock showing. This ipad is not on my find my ipad screen. How do I unlock it remotely

iPad Pro 9.7-inch WiFi, Cellular

Posted on Oct 22, 2020 5:58 AM

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Posted on Oct 22, 2020 6:02 AM

Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the mechanisms by which it can be turned off:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support


Prior to selling your iPad, it should have been fully erased and prepared for its new owner using this process:

What to do before you sell, give away or trade in your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

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Oct 22, 2020 6:02 AM in response to WoottonApple

Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the mechanisms by which it can be turned off:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support


Prior to selling your iPad, it should have been fully erased and prepared for its new owner using this process:

What to do before you sell, give away or trade in your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

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