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What can I do if I don’t have access to an old iCloud my watch is hooked up to

How can I unlock my Apple Watch without having access to my old email

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Posted on Oct 11, 2021 7:34 PM

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Posted on Oct 12, 2021 6:33 AM

Click on this link to read "About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch" --> https://support.apple.com/HT205009


- Apple can completely reset a device if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not state what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by an Apple Authorized dealer and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership).

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Oct 12, 2021 6:33 AM in response to promise134

Click on this link to read "About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch" --> https://support.apple.com/HT205009


- Apple can completely reset a device if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not state what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by an Apple Authorized dealer and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership).

What can I do if I don’t have access to an old iCloud my watch is hooked up to

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