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gentle112 Author

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how to pair apple watch with activation lock

if there is an activation lock on an apple watch and i can’t get a hold of the person how can i still pair my own watch

Posted on Mar 17, 2023 5:53 PM

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javaliga

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Posted on Mar 17, 2023 5:56 PM

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. Apple will not help you find the previous owner. If the previous owner cannot or will not remove the lock, then the watch is useless to you or anyone else. Try to get a refund (through eBay) or dispose of the watch properly. In the future, see the 'Before you buy a watch from a third-party' section in:

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

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