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Is there a way to remove an activation lock on an iphone 12. The previous owner does not know the password.

Is there a way to remove an activation lock on an iphone 12. The previous owner does not know the password.

iPhone 12 mini

Posted on Nov 28, 2022 4:24 PM

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Posted on Nov 28, 2022 4:26 PM

Only the Apple ID owner can remove it. If they do not remember their Apple ID password the prior owner needs to follow How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support , or you need to return the phone back to them as it is useless to you.

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Is there a way to remove an activation lock on an iphone 12. The previous owner does not know the password.

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