Please why I can't use my icloud to open my phone

The icloud that I used last to reset my iPhone sx max, is not mine and I don't have access to it anymore ***


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iPhone XS Max

Posted on Aug 10, 2023 2:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 10, 2023 2:22 PM

If the device is activation locked, you will have to regain access to the Apple ID you were using on the phone.

If you can't do that, the only way to have the activation lock removed is to provide the original receipt for the phone from an authorized retailer.

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Please why I can't use my icloud to open my phone

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