i want to pair my apple watch but i no longer have access to the email that was previously connected to the watch nor that phone

i used to have this apple watch paired to my phone but i let someone borrow it and now its locked with their email but they do not have the previous phone or email to access. i want to repair it to my phone but it will not let me.

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 6

Posted on Feb 2, 2024 11:31 AM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Feb 2, 2024 12:49 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. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. In the future, see the 'Before you buy a watch from a third-party' section in:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support


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

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Feb 2, 2024 12:49 PM in response to krod2121

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. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. In the future, see the 'Before you buy a watch from a third-party' section in:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support


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

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

i want to pair my apple watch but i no longer have access to the email that was previously connected to the watch nor that phone

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.