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How do I remove the activation lock without the original owners info

How do I remove the activation lock without the original owners info

iPad Air 4 Wi-Fi

Posted on Sep 4, 2022 7:49 PM

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Posted on Sep 4, 2022 7:52 PM

You can't.


If you can't reach the previous owner whose ID is on the device and have them go to https://www.icloud.com/find/, erase the device, then remove it from their account, then the device is useless. Apple won't unlock it.


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How do I remove the activation lock without the original owners info

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