How do I reset an Apple Watch Series 7 purchased from a previous owner?

i purches A iwach 7 and it was looked tryed contacting the previous ouner haven’t Ben susesfull what to do?



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iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Nov 7, 2025 11:31 PM

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Posted on Nov 8, 2025 1:52 AM

Sorry, but only the previous owner can disable the Activation Lock for the Apple Watch, which can also be done via the iCloud Account over the Web:

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Unless you have proof of purchase or ownership, as explained in this related article, the official Apple Support can not disable the Activation Lock:

Additional Support - Activation Lock

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Nov 8, 2025 1:52 AM in response to IAmTheOneandonly1

Sorry, but only the previous owner can disable the Activation Lock for the Apple Watch, which can also be done via the iCloud Account over the Web:

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Unless you have proof of purchase or ownership, as explained in this related article, the official Apple Support can not disable the Activation Lock:

Additional Support - Activation Lock

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