Apple watch was gifted to me after a death in the family. Is there anyway to unlock watch without knowing the apple ID or password ?

Apple watch was gifted to me after a death in the family. Is there anyway to unlock watch without knowing the apple ID or password ?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 31, 2023 08:29 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2023 08:36 AM

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


Apple says:

"While we may also be able to help remove Activation Lock from devices that use your loved one’s original Apple ID, their iPhone, iPod, and iPad will need to be restored to factory settings before they can be used with another Apple ID. Please note that devices locked with a passcode are protected by passcode encryption, and Apple can't help remove the passcode lock without erasing the device."



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Aug 31, 2023 08:36 AM in response to Trussell1850

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


Apple says:

"While we may also be able to help remove Activation Lock from devices that use your loved one’s original Apple ID, their iPhone, iPod, and iPad will need to be restored to factory settings before they can be used with another Apple ID. Please note that devices locked with a passcode are protected by passcode encryption, and Apple can't help remove the passcode lock without erasing the device."



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