How do I delete former owners Apple ID so I can change settings

Deleting former Apple ID without pass code, so I can change the phone to my own settings

iPhone 8, iOS 16

Posted on Feb 28, 2024 10:41 AM

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Posted on Feb 28, 2024 10:43 AM

Hello ~ That is the activation lock. If the person/persons that you bought the iPhone from cannot or will not remove it …the iPhone is basically useless to you. If they cannot/will not remove it…return it and get your money back. We cannot help remove it nor can Apple. Take a look here…


Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Also…


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone


If you are the original owner …


How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


~Katana-San~

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Feb 28, 2024 10:43 AM in response to del237

Hello ~ That is the activation lock. If the person/persons that you bought the iPhone from cannot or will not remove it …the iPhone is basically useless to you. If they cannot/will not remove it…return it and get your money back. We cannot help remove it nor can Apple. Take a look here…


Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Also…


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone


If you are the original owner …


How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


~Katana-San~

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