Apple Watch reset

I just bought a watch second hand, and I don’t have their Apple ID info. There is an activation lock, but how do I reset it if I don’t have the previous owner’s Apple ID?

Posted on Aug 4, 2021 8:51 AM

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Aug 4, 2021 8:55 AM in response to TeresaBrockel123

Hello:) If you cannot arrange for the previous owner to do this, then you should, if possible, return the watch for a refund.

You will not otherwise be able to use the watch. There is no way around this security feature.

Apple will not advise you of the previous owner's contact details, nor will Apple pass your details on to them.

More information:

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


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