Apple Watch message says activation locked

I keep getting the below message , I don’t remember my Apple Watch apply email address and password, I can’t unlock it or restart it, it says activation locked.


Activation Lock prevents anyone who is not the owner from using this Apple Watch.

To unlock this Apple Watch, enter the Apple ID and password that were used during setup.

d•••••@gmail.com

i need help


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Apple Watch Series 7

Posted on Dec 12, 2022 5:00 PM

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Posted on Dec 12, 2022 5:22 PM

Your Apple Watch Apple ID is the very same Apple ID as your iPhone Apple ID. They cannot be different. And you were provided a hint, which starts with d and is a gmail email address. Surely you know what your email address is starting with d?


If you honestly don't and you are indeed the original owner of this watch (meaning you didn't buy a used Apple Watch), see this link --> How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


If you bought a used Apple Watch, you will not be able to use it. Only the person who locked the watch can remove it. Unless you happen to have the original purchase receipt, which clearly shows the Apple Watch serial number on it.

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Dec 12, 2022 5:22 PM in response to Victorr341

Your Apple Watch Apple ID is the very same Apple ID as your iPhone Apple ID. They cannot be different. And you were provided a hint, which starts with d and is a gmail email address. Surely you know what your email address is starting with d?


If you honestly don't and you are indeed the original owner of this watch (meaning you didn't buy a used Apple Watch), see this link --> How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


If you bought a used Apple Watch, you will not be able to use it. Only the person who locked the watch can remove it. Unless you happen to have the original purchase receipt, which clearly shows the Apple Watch serial number on it.

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