Hi, I have purchased a secondhand ipad.I don't know the appleID and password for the first owner,how can i reset the appleID and password for my iPad?

Hi, I have purchased a second hand ipad. I don't know the appleID and password for the first owner, how can I reset or get the apple ID and password for my iPad?

iPad, iOS 8.0.2

Posted on Jan 19, 2015 10:15 AM

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Jan 19, 2015 11:39 AM in response to kamran munawar

If you are trying to activate an iPad or iPhone and it is asking for a previous owners Apple ID and password, you have encountered the Activation Lock. This is a security feature that prevents thieves from setting up and using a stolen or lost iPad or iPhone. You have no alternative. You must contact the previous owner to get permission to use the device. If you cannot contact the previous owner return the device to where you bought it and get a refund. You will never be able to activate the device and no one can help you do it.

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Hi, I have purchased a secondhand ipad.I don't know the appleID and password for the first owner,how can i reset the appleID and password for my iPad?

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