My MacBook Air is in Activation Lock, and I do not know the Apple Account connected to it. What can I do?

Im locked out of icloud with activation lock, Ive tried DFU recovery, external HD reboot, I have a backup of the drive too but I still get stuck on activation. Ive even tried Disk Sharing from an old imac, nothing seems to work. I know my passcode, i just cant get into my icloud. Is there a special boot loader I can put on an external HD, or can I install Linux or any other OS while im locked out? I just bought this macbook air M1 6months ago and now I have to trash it? this is rediculous...I know my icloud email address, but I cant figure out my password...there has to be a way, any developers know anything that could help me? I cant afford to buy another computer right now. Thanks, any help would be great!


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Posted on Sep 17, 2024 5:33 AM

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Sep 17, 2024 7:50 AM in response to ConsciousCreator444

but I cant figure out my password


This Apple article has instructions for what to do if you have forgotten your Apple account password —> If you forgot your Apple Account password - Apple Support


or go directly to this link —> http://iforgot.apple.com/


If you don't receive your verification or reset email, read this Apple Support article: If you didn't receive your verification or reset email - Apple Support

"When you make certain updates to your Apple ID, we’ll send you an email to help you complete the update. For example, you might have reset your password, reset your security questions, or added a new email address to your account."


If you find you can’t sign in, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery (read this support article: How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple Account password - Apple Support ) to regain access to your account. Account recovery might take a few days or longer, depending on the specific account information you can provide to verify your identity. More detail in —> Activation Lockout Issues - Apple Community


This page has telephone numbers for contacting Apple for support and service ➞ Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support


If you are signed into this forum using the same Apple Account then your browser may be configured to automatically enter your password. You should be able to view stored passwords in your browser's preferences/settings.


If it comes down to it you can reset the Mac using the instructions in https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support, but this will not give you access to the account and you'll basically end up with a wiped device on which you need to start over with a new Apple account. Anything in the old one will be lost.

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