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Husband died and need to unlock phone to get pics

Is there a way to access deceased loved ones iPhone.

Posted on Feb 21, 2023 7:23 PM

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Feb 21, 2023 7:33 PM in response to IsaacNewton1642

IsaacNewton1642 Sais:

"Husband died and need to unlock phone to get pics: Is there a way to access deceased loved ones iPhone."

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Handing Down Data:


A. Getting Other's Account Data:

If one passes away, then contact the site, informing them of this issue. Here is where you would go for Apple: How to Request Access to a Deceased Family Member's Apple Account - Apple Support


IMPORTANT:

B. Keep a Backup:

If a must, keep a journal to have a backup of this info on an external drive. Store it in a safe place, and update it whenever changes are made. Go here, and in step 5, chose the external hard drive as the source: (Mac or Windows)

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