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How do I activate an disabled iPhone which I brought online

How to activate an iPhone brought online

iPhone 5s

Posted on Sep 6, 2021 9:38 AM

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Posted on Sep 6, 2021 9:54 AM

If by disabled you mean activation locked, you will be unable to activate the device. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201441


If you mean it needs a SIM card, visit a cellular carrier to set it up.

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How do I activate an disabled iPhone which I brought online

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