How do I remove the Activation Lock on my iPad mini?

hello! recently ive been digging through my old devices and found the ipad mini i used to use when i was a kid, however i cannot set it up after restoring it because of the activation lock.

i cant log into whatever icloud i used to have back then because its been locked for a while and i cannot get into it anymore because the phone number linked to it is no longer my current phone number nor do i remember it.

im kinda stressing out here???



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Posted on Jan 26, 2025 11:54 PM

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Jan 27, 2025 5:59 AM in response to alexer06

Activation Lock


Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the only mechanisms by which it can be satisfied:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support


As you will discover, unless you are the owner of the AppleID that was last used to activate the device, you’ll not be able to defeat or bypass the Activation Lock. With documentary evidence that you are the original owner (such as sales receipt showing the serial number), Apple may be prepared to assist - otherwise they and nobody here will be able to help you.


If you have the necessary documentation, Apple have introduced a portal though which you may be able to request release of an Activation Lock:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support & start an Activation Lock support request.



AppleID


You may also need your AppleID and associated password. If these have also been forgotten, they can be recovered here:

https://iforgot.apple.com


To recover your credentials, you’ll need access to one of the following:

  • Your primary email address mailbox that corresponds with your AppleID
  • Any of the secondary/recovery email addresses that should be configured for your AppleID account
  • Any of the trusted telephone numbers (fixed line or Cellular/Mobile) that are associated with your AppleID


More information about recovery of your AppleID and associated Password:

If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support

If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support


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Jan 27, 2025 2:25 AM in response to alexer06

activation lock is not a thing on the ipad it's a theft protection on apples servers


it needs to be removed How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID password If you have forgotten your Apple ID password – Apple Support (UK)


then you will need the assistance of apple Activation Lock - Support(apple.com)


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Apple Support


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Contact - Official Apple Support


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Genius Bar Reservation and Apple

Support Options - Apple

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