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Glennishenry Author

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Deleting Apple ID to add my own after buying a phone

How can I delete an old owners Apple ID and add my own

iPhone 8, iOS 15

Posted on Sep 4, 2023 9:55 PM

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shoeluvr13

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Posted on Sep 4, 2023 10:32 PM

You cannot, it must be done by the Apple ID owner. You’ll need to contact the previous owner and have them follow the steps “If you no longer have your iPhone or iPad“ at What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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