Unlock/change owner of devices from my late boy friend

My boy friend of 7 years passed away and left all his electronics to me in his will. I need to know how to get the devices unlocked and changed to my Apple ID.

Posted on Jan 13, 2025 8:42 PM

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muguy

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Posted on Jan 13, 2025 8:44 PM

See How to request access to a deceased family member’s Apple Account - Apple Support

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muguy

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Jan 13, 2025 8:44 PM in response to wickedone0713

See How to request access to a deceased family member’s Apple Account - Apple Support

Zachyy

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Jan 13, 2025 8:45 PM in response to wickedone0713

I am sorry to hear your loss, my condolences. For security reasons, Apple requires legal documentation before they can request access to an Apple Account. Since you state that you were left in the will, you can provide that to Apple.

⇢ How to request access to a deceased family member’s Apple Account - Apple Support

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Unlock/change owner of devices from my late boy friend