How can I reset Apple Watch and pair with new ID without having current sign in info?

I don’t have sign in info to turn off activation code so someone else can use it. I see that I can’t just erase or reset it, so what do I do from here?

How can I reset and pair with a new device/with new ID without having current sign in info? I was given a watch without it being unpaired and now I’m stuck. I can’t turn off activation lock or unpair without signing in and I don’t know that info so what do I do now?



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Posted on Nov 1, 2022 3:55 AM

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Posted on Nov 1, 2022 5:52 AM

no you can't


the activation lock is not really on

the watch it's a theft protection measure on apples servers


it needs to be removed

About Activation

Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance of apple


Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com)

and or

Get Support (apple.com) ,

And or

 Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Nov 1, 2022 5:52 AM in response to MamaLo7

no you can't


the activation lock is not really on

the watch it's a theft protection measure on apples servers


it needs to be removed

About Activation

Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance of apple


Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com)

and or

Get Support (apple.com) ,

And or

 Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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