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We need to erase contents of Watch but cannot get in due to cracked screen

My husband's watch face is cracked (Series 3) so we cannot hit the reset button. At this point, we cannot even enter the code to get into watch. What are options for resetting watch before recycling?


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Posted on Dec 28, 2021 2:57 PM

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Posted on Dec 28, 2021 3:14 PM

Best bad option is via iCloud, as described in the if-you-no-longer-have-your-watch section here: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support

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Dec 29, 2021 1:52 AM in response to whit37

To unpair and erase watch and remove Activation Lock

From a web browser,sign in to iCloud.com with your Apple ID.

Go to Find iPhone.

Click All Devices at the top of the screen.

Click your Apple Watch.

Click Erase [device]. Select Next until the device is erased.

Click Remove from Account.

We need to erase contents of Watch but cannot get in due to cracked screen

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