My Apple ID is not active

Please my Apple ID is not active

iPhone 11, iOS 26

Posted on Jul 16, 2026 1:04 AM

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Posted on Jul 16, 2026 8:37 PM

According to Apple:


If your account has been disabled for security reasons:


If you see one of the following messages, your Apple Account locked automatically to protect your security and you can’t sign in and use any Apple services:


  • “This Apple Account has been disabled for security reasons”
  • “You can’t sign in because your account was disabled for security reasons”
  • ”This Apple Account has been locked for security reasons”


This might happen if you or someone else might have entered your password or other account information incorrectly too many times. To regain access, you need to reset your password.

Learn how to reset your Apple Account password.


If your Apple Account is locked or not active:


If you see a message that says your Apple Account is locked or not active, you might be able to request access to your account by tapping Request Access right from the alert.



You can also request access to your account.


If you can’t regain access to your Apple Account:


When you request access to your locked Apple Account, you might get an alert that says, “This Apple Account is locked and can’t be used” or your request might be denied.


If you can’t regain access to your Apple Account, you can either:



If your Media & Purchases account has been disabled:


If you see a message that says “Your Media & Purchases account has been disabled,” you might be able to request reactivation by tapping Continue right from the alert.


You can also request reactivation.


Good Luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian

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Jul 16, 2026 8:37 PM in response to olaosebikan49

According to Apple:


If your account has been disabled for security reasons:


If you see one of the following messages, your Apple Account locked automatically to protect your security and you can’t sign in and use any Apple services:


  • “This Apple Account has been disabled for security reasons”
  • “You can’t sign in because your account was disabled for security reasons”
  • ”This Apple Account has been locked for security reasons”


This might happen if you or someone else might have entered your password or other account information incorrectly too many times. To regain access, you need to reset your password.

Learn how to reset your Apple Account password.


If your Apple Account is locked or not active:


If you see a message that says your Apple Account is locked or not active, you might be able to request access to your account by tapping Request Access right from the alert.



You can also request access to your account.


If you can’t regain access to your Apple Account:


When you request access to your locked Apple Account, you might get an alert that says, “This Apple Account is locked and can’t be used” or your request might be denied.


If you can’t regain access to your Apple Account, you can either:



If your Media & Purchases account has been disabled:


If you see a message that says “Your Media & Purchases account has been disabled,” you might be able to request reactivation by tapping Continue right from the alert.


You can also request reactivation.


Good Luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian

Jul 16, 2026 1:05 AM in response to olaosebikan49

Apple ID and Activation Lock


iCloud uses Apple ID credentials.


If you do not remember the Apple ID Password then follow the steps given in this Apple Article -> If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support


If you do not remember the Apple ID then follow the steps given in this Apple Article -> If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support



If you are the owner or the owner has shared all information with you then to open Activation Lock:- If it is Activation locked, read here --> Turn off Activation Lock - Apple Support Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Learn how to remove a device from a previous owner's account.


If you are not the rightful owner of this iPhone and do not possess the associated Apple ID and password, there is absolutely no way to gain access to the device. Apple’s security framework is designed to prevent unauthorized use, so the only circumstance in which you could unlock the phone is if the original owner willingly provides their credentials. In rare cases, access might become possible if the owner unintentionally removes the device from their Apple ID account, but this is purely accidental and not something you can rely on. In essence, without the Apple ID and password, the iPhone remains permanently tied to its legitimate owner.



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