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Activation locked iPad

I need activation code for *** ,I Bought it from ebbay but seller got it from someone else and not provided activation code and locked by owner ,how can i sort out the issue


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iPad Air 2

Posted on Jan 11, 2024 2:46 PM

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Posted on Jan 11, 2024 2:51 PM

Only the owner who locked it can unlock it. See: Activation Lock for iPhone and iPad - Apple Support

If the seller can't or won't help and didn't advertise the phone as activation locked, eBay buyer protection may help. See: https://pages.ebay.com/br/pt-br/coverage/BuyerProtectionForBuyers.html


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