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How can I bypass the original apple ID and password, if I had just bought my iphone, to unlock it?

If I had just purchased an iPhone 7 from a friend, and I am going about setting the phone up, however it is asking me for the original Apple ID and password. How can I bypass that information? The original owner of the phone has passed away and nobody knows the information.

Posted on Oct 15, 2022 6:17 AM

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Posted on Oct 15, 2022 6:23 AM

You can't. It's activation locked. You will need the password and the Apple ID.


How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

Remove Activation Lock on the device.

Follow the onscreen steps to enter the Apple ID and password...[used to set up the device].


Or, if you have the original sales receipt:

Start a support request

If you need help removing Activation Lock and have proof of purchase documentation, you can start an Activation Lock support request.

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Oct 15, 2022 6:23 AM in response to Buddy8184

You can't. It's activation locked. You will need the password and the Apple ID.


How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

Remove Activation Lock on the device.

Follow the onscreen steps to enter the Apple ID and password...[used to set up the device].


Or, if you have the original sales receipt:

Start a support request

If you need help removing Activation Lock and have proof of purchase documentation, you can start an Activation Lock support request.

How can I bypass the original apple ID and password, if I had just bought my iphone, to unlock it?

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