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how do i restore an ipad i bought from someone? its locked which i didnt know that when i bought it and now i cannot get anyone that knows the information to answer

Posted on Oct 23, 2021 1:34 AM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2021 9:41 AM

If that iPad is asking for a username/password, you're encountering Activation Lock. It's a theft-prevention feature that you won't be able to get around.


That iPad is useless to you. Plan to recycle it.


~Lyssa

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