Bought iphone xr thur 3rd party its lock to user how do i get in contact with user

trying to get into phone Bought iphone xr thur 3rd party its lock to user how do i get in contact with user

iPhone 8, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 15, 2023 1:06 PM

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Posted on Sep 15, 2023 1:10 PM

There is no way to get in contact with the user if the phone is activation locked, Apple’s theft deterrent feature. Most likely you bought a stolen iPhone, and you will never be able to use it. Return it for a refund.


Here is some sobering information→The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone

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Sep 15, 2023 1:10 PM in response to PushUpNolo

There is no way to get in contact with the user if the phone is activation locked, Apple’s theft deterrent feature. Most likely you bought a stolen iPhone, and you will never be able to use it. Return it for a refund.


Here is some sobering information→The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone

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