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How to bypass Activation Lock on MacBook Air 2020?

I sent invoice many time well nothing happen there I really disagree. Please help me out my iCloud is di*****t@icloud.com

my password is *************n

that time I forget my screen lock and this happened. I bought is 18-09-2024. It is new this is my serial number of Mac HX*********V. I even gave them shopkeeper numbers too but still same. Do something for me. If can’t please tell me I will sell this never buy this again. Waste of money.


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Posted on Oct 31, 2024 4:35 AM

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Oct 31, 2024 4:39 PM in response to Infal-1234

To get past Activation Lock, you must enter the Apple ID used to lock the Mac, and the associated password. If you are the original purchaser of the Mac, bought it directly from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller, and have proof of purchase that is satisfactory to Apple (showing your name and the Mac's serial number), Apple MIGHT consider releasing the Activation Lock.


Absent convincing proof that you are the legitimate owner, they will not.


How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


If you cannot provide the credentials to remove the Activation Lock, and Apple declines your request to remove the Activation Lock, it would be very unethical for you to "sell this" (as you say that you would to) to someone else who does not know that the Mac is Activation-Locked. If you cannot unlock it, they certainly will not be able to do so.


P.S. - If you got this Mac second-hand, you may want to read

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

Although written about iPhones and iPads, much of it also applies to recent Macs.

Nov 2, 2024 12:49 PM in response to MrHoffman

MrHoffman wrote:

Given you publicly posted your Apple Account credentials including your password, it's anybody's guess what (bad) might now happen with your Apple Account. You will absolutely want to change your Apple Account password.


Good catch!


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