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WHAT IF YOU FORGET THE APPLE ID?

Hi,


I have an Ipad from a few years ago and I don't have the apple ID. Can this be reset?


I need to get this Ipad repaired but if I can't remember the ID then I need to know if I can reset it before getting it repaired. Otherwise I might bring it in for a credit.


Thank you!



Sandy

Posted on Nov 12, 2021 7:41 AM

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Posted on Nov 12, 2021 7:52 AM

Typically an Apple ID is an email address you have used.


Click on this link to read what to do "If you forgot your Apple ID" --> https://support.apple.com/HT201354


or go directly to this link --> http://iforgot.apple.com/


Also read about "What to do after [or before] you change your Apple ID email address or password" - https://support.apple.com/HT204071


If you still need help:

Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-relhttps://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support


If necessary and you are willing to wait, 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 Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller 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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Nov 12, 2021 7:52 AM in response to SANDYARAUJO

Typically an Apple ID is an email address you have used.


Click on this link to read what to do "If you forgot your Apple ID" --> https://support.apple.com/HT201354


or go directly to this link --> http://iforgot.apple.com/


Also read about "What to do after [or before] you change your Apple ID email address or password" - https://support.apple.com/HT204071


If you still need help:

Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-relhttps://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support


If necessary and you are willing to wait, 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 Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership).


WHAT IF YOU FORGET THE APPLE ID?

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