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Q: i have no way to unlock the activation lock on my mini 4 ipad and  i casnt get a hold of the person i purchesed it from

i have a mini ipad 4 and i bought it from someone and it says activation locked and i cant get passed the activaltion lock on it. and  i dont know how to get in contact with the person i bought it from. can someone plese help me............

iPad Mini, iOS 10

Posted on Oct 12, 2016 12:28 AM

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Q: i have no way to unlock the activation lock on my mini 4 ipad and  i casnt get a hold of the person i purchesed it from

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  • by zinacef,

    zinacef zinacef Oct 12, 2016 9:09 AM in response to Joshisapimp27
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    Oct 12, 2016 9:09 AM in response to Joshisapimp27

    The only way to have it removed is to return the device to the seller and/or owner and have them unlock the device for you with their credentials.  Failing that, there is no other way and the device would be rendered useless to you.