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Hudaag Author

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Can’t sign in to activation lock

Hi can I get help I got a new iPad from 4 years using it and then I formatted and it says activation locked and my Apple ID doesn’t starts with M

Posted on May 26, 2023 11:51 AM

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Raicya

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Posted on May 26, 2023 11:54 AM

See the following Apple articles:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

How to remove Activation Lock -> How to remove Activation Lock – Apple Support (UK)

If you need help removing Activation Lock and have proof of purchase documentation, you can start an Activation Lock support request.

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