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how can i bypass activation lock on my ipad 2? i got it from a friend and they dont know their apple id password and cant recover it. can i bypass this and set it up for my use?

how can i bypass activation lock on my ipad 2? i got it from a friend and they don't know their apple id password and cant recover it. can i bypass this and set it up for my use?

iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iOS 9.3.5, Cant Pass Activation lock

Posted on Dec 13, 2017 2:51 PM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2017 2:59 PM

No, you cannot. I explained what you have to do. Either the original owner removes the Activation Lock, or they bring it to the Apple store with the information I indicated. If they don't do either, you don't use the iPad. There is no way for you to bypass Activation Lock.

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Dec 13, 2017 2:53 PM in response to harris-ipad

You can't.


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If you purchased the device second-hand, then it is useless without the Apple ID and password to which it is locked. If you don't have it, can't remember it or cannot get it, then the device is useless to you. Try to get your money refunded, if you can, or take it to an Apple store for an exchange provided they will help you. If you are the original owner then take the device, a copy of your purchase receipt and identity proof to an Apple retailer where they may be able to assist you.


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Dec 13, 2017 2:54 PM in response to harris-ipad

No, you cannot. The only way to remove the Activation Lock is for your friend to recover their Apple ID and remove the Activation Lock. Why is it that they cannot recover their Apple ID? If they are the original purchaser of the iPad, they can bring it, their ID and the original purchase receipt to a physical Apple Store and ask for help. This is only if they are the first and original purchaser.

how can i bypass activation lock on my ipad 2? i got it from a friend and they dont know their apple id password and cant recover it. can i bypass this and set it up for my use?

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