Reset a second-hand iPod

I have a second-hand iPod and have no idea how to contact the original owner. Can I reset it for my use?

Posted on Dec 27, 2022 05:16 PM

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Posted on Dec 27, 2022 08:24 PM

No. Your iPod is useless without knowing the ID and password with which it was set up. See: Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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Dec 27, 2022 08:24 PM in response to kaminskykf-DCVA

No. Your iPod is useless without knowing the ID and password with which it was set up. See: Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

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