How do I remove the Apple ID on an Apple Watch I purchased?

I got my Apple Watch off of someone they forgot there username and password how do I get it off there and pair it to my phone


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Posted on Mar 19, 2024 4:12 PM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2024 4:54 PM

You don’t, the security feature is working as intended. Only the original owner can remove their Apple ID from it.


Before you buy, sell, give away, or trade in - Apple Support If you already gave away your Apple Watch, you can erase and turn off Activation Lock from iCloud.com. Here's how:

  1. On a computer, go to Find My iPhone on iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. 
  2. Select All Devices, then click your Apple Watch.
  3. Click Erase Apple Watch. Select Next until the device is erased.
  4. Click the X button next to your Apple Watch. 


Learn more about Activation Lock


If you’ve forgotten your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)


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Mar 19, 2024 4:54 PM in response to alea273

You don’t, the security feature is working as intended. Only the original owner can remove their Apple ID from it.


Before you buy, sell, give away, or trade in - Apple Support If you already gave away your Apple Watch, you can erase and turn off Activation Lock from iCloud.com. Here's how:

  1. On a computer, go to Find My iPhone on iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. 
  2. Select All Devices, then click your Apple Watch.
  3. Click Erase Apple Watch. Select Next until the device is erased.
  4. Click the X button next to your Apple Watch. 


Learn more about Activation Lock


If you’ve forgotten your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)


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