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Unlock iPhone

Hi guys I was wondering if I can unlock/liberate my old iPhone with you guys or do I have to do it my my phone company?

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 14

Posted on Apr 13, 2021 6:37 PM

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Posted on Apr 13, 2021 6:40 PM

It depends upon how the phone is locked. If it is Passcode Lock, follow these instructions...

If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support

If it is Activation Lock, check these instructions...

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

If it is Carrier Lock, check these instructions...

How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

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Apr 13, 2021 6:40 PM in response to DayanaG

It depends upon how the phone is locked. If it is Passcode Lock, follow these instructions...

If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled - Apple Support

If it is Activation Lock, check these instructions...

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

If it is Carrier Lock, check these instructions...

How to unlock your iPhone for use with a different carrier - Apple Support

Unlock iPhone

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