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my dad passed away and i had POA and received every thing in his will he had two ipads but i dont know the numbers he used to unlock the ipads is there a way i can use or reset the ipads so i can use them. i dont know any of his passwords. thanks

Posted on Aug 2, 2022 11:47 AM

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Posted on Aug 2, 2022 12:00 PM

You can reset the iPads by following the steps here: link-> Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Once that is done, you will need access to his Apple ID to set up the iPads again, since they will be activation locked.

See here to start the process of requesting access to his account: link-> How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account - Apple Support




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Aug 2, 2022 12:00 PM in response to rollin6363

You can reset the iPads by following the steps here: link-> Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support


Once that is done, you will need access to his Apple ID to set up the iPads again, since they will be activation locked.

See here to start the process of requesting access to his account: link-> How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account - Apple Support




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