It is asking for my old Apple account and password and i dont have them

i just got a new iphone i wanted to pair my apple watch with it and i earsed all the info on it

its asking for my old account with the email and the password i dont remember the password


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iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Nov 11, 2023 6:18 PM

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Posted on Nov 11, 2023 6:33 PM

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed.


If you are the ORIGINAL owner, then see the 'Start a support request' section in:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


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Nov 11, 2023 6:33 PM in response to Sheilaadecker

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed.


If you are the ORIGINAL owner, then see the 'Start a support request' section in:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


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It is asking for my old Apple account and password and i dont have them

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