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Can you restore my iPhone. I had someone take it and completely disable it

iPhone 6 Plus

Posted on Jun 2, 2022 7:33 PM

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Posted on Jun 3, 2022 4:55 AM

1.

See this Apple article: If your Apple ID is locked or disabled

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)

 

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support

 

2.

If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", contact Apple Support for help.

You need to update your payment information.

👉 Sign in to your Apple ID account page and edit your Apple ID details.

https://appleid.apple.com

On the Sidebar click Payment methods -> then tap Payments Methods and tap Manage payment method.

 

Or -> Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – Apple Support (UK)

 

Or use another payment method:

Add money to your Apple ID balance

Add money to your Apple Account balance - Apple Support (IN)


3.

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

If you refer to -> Related Article -> If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

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Get more help

  • If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.
  • If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.
  • In some countries and regions, your payment method might be declined because of changes to local law. Learn about billing and purchases in Europe or what to do if your card is declined in India.
  • If you still need help, contact Apple Support.


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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jun 3, 2022 4:55 AM in response to BrittKernen

1.

See this Apple article: If your Apple ID is locked or disabled

If your Apple ID is locked or disabled - Apple Support (CA)

 

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication

Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support

 

2.

If you see a message that says "Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes", contact Apple Support for help.

You need to update your payment information.

👉 Sign in to your Apple ID account page and edit your Apple ID details.

https://appleid.apple.com

On the Sidebar click Payment methods -> then tap Payments Methods and tap Manage payment method.

 

Or -> Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods

Change, add or remove Apple ID payment methods – Apple Support (UK)

 

Or use another payment method:

Add money to your Apple ID balance

Add money to your Apple Account balance - Apple Support (IN)


3.

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

If you refer to -> Related Article -> If your payment method is declined in the App Store or iTunes Store

⤵️

Get more help

  • If you disputed a charge from the App Store or iTunes Store, contact your financial institution again to authorize that charge and future purchases from the App Store or iTunes Store.
  • If you're outside of the United States, you might need to contact your financial institution to allow international purchases.
  • In some countries and regions, your payment method might be declined because of changes to local law. Learn about billing and purchases in Europe or what to do if your card is declined in India.
  • If you still need help, contact Apple Support.


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