I gave my daughter an iPad a few years ago, she set it up with some apple ID that she no longer knows what it is. This iPad is in activation LOCK and since we don't have that info can not remove activation lock. How do we get it unlocked

I gave my daughter an iPad a few years ago, she set it up with some apple ID that she no longer knows what it is. This iPad is in activation LOCK and since we don't have that info can not remove activation lock. How do we get it unlocked

iPad Pro 9.7-inch WiFi

Posted on Jul 26, 2022 05:04 PM

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Posted on Jul 26, 2022 05:06 PM

If you are the original owner, contact Apple. Apple can remove the ID  if provided the required paperwork to include the original purchase receipt with the serial number on it. 


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You used to be able to take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened) and have them remove the ID. This may have changed, so call the store before going to make sure they can help.


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Jul 26, 2022 05:06 PM in response to APPLEGUY7175

If you are the original owner, contact Apple. Apple can remove the ID  if provided the required paperwork to include the original purchase receipt with the serial number on it. 


Request additional support for unlocking your device.    -


You used to be able to take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened) and have them remove the ID. This may have changed, so call the store before going to make sure they can help.


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple.   -

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I gave my daughter an iPad a few years ago, she set it up with some apple ID that she no longer knows what it is. This iPad is in activation LOCK and since we don't have that info can not remove activation lock. How do we get it unlocked

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