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How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account

Hi all, I need some assistance with my uncles iphone whom had passed on. I reset his phone because no one knew his passcode , but now it says iPhone locked to owner, how do I go about this when I do not know his Apple ID or password.

please assist 🙏


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iPhone 14 Pro Max

Posted on Aug 21, 2023 12:09 AM

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Posted on Aug 21, 2023 1:03 AM

My condolences for your loss. You will need to provide the steps in this article to get access to a deceased family members Apple ID


How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account - Apple Support


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