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How do delete an existing Apple ID on a second hand iPhone?

I have a second hand iPhone SE which has the previous owners Apple ID on it (so I dont have access to the details) how do I delete the old Apple ID and create a new one?

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 18, 2023 3:09 AM

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Posted on Sep 18, 2023 3:16 AM

Activation lock is a security protocol that can't be bypassed. Only the person it is locked to can unlock it.

If you bought this from someone and it came locked, try to get your money back, you will never be able to use the phone.


If your phone is Activation Locked - How to remove Activation Lock -

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Sep 18, 2023 3:16 AM in response to Apple365--

Activation lock is a security protocol that can't be bypassed. Only the person it is locked to can unlock it.

If you bought this from someone and it came locked, try to get your money back, you will never be able to use the phone.


If your phone is Activation Locked - How to remove Activation Lock -

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a used phone -

The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community


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