Bought used device needs apple id to unlock

How do I unlock a iphone if I don't have past users apple id tried to ask them they don't remember it.

Posted on Sep 11, 2022 3:59 PM

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Posted on Sep 11, 2022 4:05 PM

The seller should have followed the steps below. If they cannot do this, I’m afraid that iPhone is useless. It’s a security feature.

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


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Sep 11, 2022 4:05 PM in response to Tinaestes2

The seller should have followed the steps below. If they cannot do this, I’m afraid that iPhone is useless. It’s a security feature.

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


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