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Erase and reset Apple Watch without Apple id

I was given an Apple Watch as a gift. I’m trying to pair it but I don’t have the original Apple ID and can’t get it.

Posted on Sep 21, 2023 9:05 AM

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Posted on Sep 21, 2023 9:09 AM

Take it back to the person who gave it to you and get them to do all the things in this support article --> What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support

This support article has information about Activation Lock on your Apple Watch and how to turn it off. --> About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Sep 21, 2023 9:09 AM in response to AmesAlyssa

Take it back to the person who gave it to you and get them to do all the things in this support article --> What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support

This support article has information about Activation Lock on your Apple Watch and how to turn it off. --> About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Erase and reset Apple Watch without Apple id

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