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Tianyouciel Author

Level 1

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How to activate my MacBook without my Apple ID?

Hello, everyone!

I had an old Apple ID and I used this old Apple ID on my MacBook Air (M1 chips, Monterey OS.).

I deleted this old Apple ID and erased the disk on my MacBook for I want to reinstall the OS.

I have made a mistake, for I forgot to logout my old Apple ID before I erased the disk.

Now I turned on my MacBook and found that is is linked to the old Apple ID, and I cannot activate it.

I tried to use the old Apple ID and the password, but it dose not work. It shows that this Apple ID does not exist for I had deleted it.

What can I do to activate my MacBook?

Thank you very much!

Posted on May 26, 2022 2:00 AM

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Raicya

Level 10

209,025 points

Posted on May 26, 2022 5:18 AM

When you have deleted your Apple ID, you can't get it back.

What is the consequence of deleting your Apple ID, see -> How to delete your Apple ID account

How to delete your Apple ID account – Apple Support (UK)

But you are sign in here . . . with your Apple ID (?)

Your Apple ID is the personal account you use with all Apple products and services. It includes the email address and password you use to sign in, as well as the contact, payment, and security details that you use with Apple.

You can’t merge multiple Apple ID accounts.

You can contact Apple support for help -> Get Support (apple.com)

You have to show proof of ownership of your product, provide all documentation showing your purchase of the device.

If you do not have additional proof of ownership, contact the reseller. They may be able to provide the original purchase document.

Once Apple receive your proof of ownership, Apple will further review your request and provide an update.

Get more help -> Call Apple in your region see: Contact Apple for support and service

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

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