How do I unlock an Activation Lock on my iCloud account?

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Posted on Apr 4, 2025 3:37 PM

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Apr 4, 2025 3:38 PM in response to jannie231

Activation lock is a security protocol that can't be bypassed. Only the person it is locked to can unlock it.

If you bought this from someone and it came locked, try to get your money back, you will never be able to use the phone.


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Apr 4, 2025 11:16 PM in response to Kurtosis12

I bought the iPhone in Sweden as a work phone. After some time I was forced to leave Sweden. But forgot to take the iPhone XS with me.

Meanwhile in Sweden.



What if someone took my iPhone. He switched it on. Device is empty. He puts he's iCloud. He uses the phone with no permission. Then he disappears but phone is left. After Long time I'm getting back my phone back.

It's locked with passcode.

I removed the passcode with pait software.

But Activation Lock was triggered.


After Long talks With Apple and Official apple Reseller I got proof of buy with 6 thing that was asked for proper information about proof of buy.


Got rejected.



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How do I unlock an Activation Lock on my iCloud account?

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