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Someone gave me a iPhone but didn't delete their iCloud they don't remember their password or Apple ID how can I bypass to start using my phone

Hi someone gave me a old iPhone device for a gift but they forget their Apple ID and password to start using the phone I can set up the phone until it says Apple ID and password how do I buy pass the Apple ID and password so I can use the phone


iPhone 8

Posted on Oct 21, 2020 6:32 AM

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Posted on Oct 21, 2020 6:38 AM

Without their help you will never be able to use it. They need to remove it from their account. Have them do this: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201351. If they can’t, recycle it and buy a phone you can use.

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Someone gave me a iPhone but didn't delete their iCloud they don't remember their password or Apple ID how can I bypass to start using my phone

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