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How to remove a previous Apple ID from my iPhone?

I am not able to remove the previous apple account whose email id is no longer active and the password is also forgotten. Help me remove that so that I can use it.

the phone also doesn’t go to recovery mode


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iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on May 8, 2023 4:52 AM

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Posted on May 9, 2023 9:10 PM

Your simplest solution may be to have Apple reset your device. They will do this if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not detail what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership). This will give you access to the device but won't restore access to the account used to lock it.


Apple recommends you "Keep your receipt after you buy an Apple device" --> Keep your receipt after you buy an Apple device - Apple Support


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May 9, 2023 9:10 PM in response to kuenga360

Your simplest solution may be to have Apple reset your device. They will do this if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not detail what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership). This will give you access to the device but won't restore access to the account used to lock it.


Apple recommends you "Keep your receipt after you buy an Apple device" --> Keep your receipt after you buy an Apple device - Apple Support


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