Why won’t iPad allow me to change user ID from another family member?

Won’t allow me to change user id from another family member who gave me their iPad. Says user is is already in use but so what?


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iPad Air, iPadOS 17

Posted on Aug 1, 2024 1:38 PM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2024 1:40 PM

Here is how to relinquish and transfer ownership:


What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Otherwise, you’ll meet Activation Lock, and that’s intended as a theft deterrent, and is intentionally difficult to bypass.

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Why won’t iPad allow me to change user ID from another family member?

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