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How do I reset my iPad when previous owner is still signed in

How to factory reset iPad when former owner still signed in I can’t reach him



Posted on Jan 14, 2022 10:10 PM

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Posted on Jan 15, 2022 1:10 AM

you can't


the activation lock is not really on the ipad it's a

theft protection measure on apples servers


it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Jan 15, 2022 1:10 AM in response to Patdawg2020

you can't


the activation lock is not really on the ipad it's a

theft protection measure on apples servers


it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

How do I reset my iPad when previous owner is still signed in

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