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How can I unlock my iPhone if I forgot iCloud password

How can I unlock my iPhone if I forgot iCloud password

Posted on Aug 2, 2021 2:37 AM

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Posted on Aug 2, 2021 2:43 AM

If it's a second hand iPhone then ask the previous owner to help.

FYI: iCloud is an alias to the owner's Apple ID so it has the same password.


Activation Lock is a theft deterrent feature with no bypass or workaround.

Without the owner's authorisation (Apple ID & password), no thief or anyone including you can re-use the device.


You can recycle the device responsibly

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Aug 2, 2021 2:43 AM in response to Huckswifey

If it's a second hand iPhone then ask the previous owner to help.

FYI: iCloud is an alias to the owner's Apple ID so it has the same password.


Activation Lock is a theft deterrent feature with no bypass or workaround.

Without the owner's authorisation (Apple ID & password), no thief or anyone including you can re-use the device.


You can recycle the device responsibly

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