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I bought an IPad from a thrift store and the last owner's Apple ID is still signed in. Is there anyway around that so I can do a factory reset?

Is there a way to factory reset an Ipad I bought from a thrift store and have no idea who the previous owner is? Their apple ID is still signed in.

Posted on Dec 22, 2020 12:10 PM

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Quick and simple answer? No.


Return this iPad and get your money back, if you can.


Never buy used Apple devices from thrift stores, auctions, flea markets, tag/rummage/garage/estate sales.

Posted on Dec 22, 2020 1:59 PM

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I bought an IPad from a thrift store and the last owner's Apple ID is still signed in. Is there anyway around that so I can do a factory reset?

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