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Is there a way to change an iPad ownership?

Change wife’s ownership to me.

iPad mini, iOS 12

Posted on Dec 6, 2021 11:03 AM

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Posted on Dec 6, 2021 11:12 AM

The best way to properly prepare an iPad, for use by a new/different user, is to follow this process:

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


This procedure will completely wipe the iPad - and remove the Activation Lock. You’ll be able to set-up again “as new” with your own AppleID.

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Dec 6, 2021 11:12 AM in response to Woolybugger

The best way to properly prepare an iPad, for use by a new/different user, is to follow this process:

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


This procedure will completely wipe the iPad - and remove the Activation Lock. You’ll be able to set-up again “as new” with your own AppleID.

Is there a way to change an iPad ownership?

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