Resetting Apple Watch with lost Apple Account

I need to reset it but I can’t because it’s connected to my old account

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Posted on Jan 20, 2025 10:35 AM

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Ingo2711

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Jan 20, 2025 12:00 PM in response to Chellyyyyyyyy

If you have proof of purchase or ownership, you can contact the official Apple Support to get the Activation Lock disabled.

Have a look at the details in this related article:

Additional Support - Activation Lock

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