iPhone locked to dead brother

My brother is now dead and I want to use his cell phone and I need your help for that.


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Posted on Jan 26, 2023 10:36 AM

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Posted on Jan 26, 2023 11:01 AM

For information about how to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts, and through this their equipment, click here --> How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account - Apple Support


Once you have access to the accounts, see:

Turn off Find My on your iPhone or other devices - Apple Support


How to turn off Find My iPhone on your iPhone

1. Open Settings.

2. Tap [your name] > Find My.

3. Tap Find My [Device], then tap to turn it off.

4. Enter your Apple ID password.

5. Tap Turn Off.



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Jan 26, 2023 11:01 AM in response to kashunKSN118

For information about how to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts, and through this their equipment, click here --> How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account - Apple Support


Once you have access to the accounts, see:

Turn off Find My on your iPhone or other devices - Apple Support


How to turn off Find My iPhone on your iPhone

1. Open Settings.

2. Tap [your name] > Find My.

3. Tap Find My [Device], then tap to turn it off.

4. Enter your Apple ID password.

5. Tap Turn Off.



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