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Apple Watch given to me by family member who can not remember login, password and phone number is not correct. It’s locked and will not pair to my apple phone. Is there a work around?

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Posted on Dec 10, 2022 12:17 PM

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Posted on Dec 10, 2022 3:37 PM

No. A workaround would be against all security requirements of losing an Apple device

The family member who gave it you needs to take the following steps before you can use it

Click here >   What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support

 

If they don't remember the Apple ID AND, password AND the phone number - then they must contact Apple Support for assistance

If they are deceased then Apple Support will meed death certificates and proof of inheritance.

Click here > Contact - Official Apple Support

or phone numbers 

Click here > Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

 

 



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Dec 10, 2022 3:37 PM in response to Support1114

No. A workaround would be against all security requirements of losing an Apple device

The family member who gave it you needs to take the following steps before you can use it

Click here >   What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support

 

If they don't remember the Apple ID AND, password AND the phone number - then they must contact Apple Support for assistance

If they are deceased then Apple Support will meed death certificates and proof of inheritance.

Click here > Contact - Official Apple Support

or phone numbers 

Click here > Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

 

 



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