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I have an older iPad which displays “Activation Lock”. I have newer iPads, but still use this one periodically. How can I get past this. I don’t remember the original password.

iPad (5th gen) Wi-Fi

Posted on Feb 5, 2022 7:26 PM

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Posted on Feb 5, 2022 7:32 PM

Activation Lock requires the Apple ID and password used to activate the device. If you do not remember that, you can try to recover it. If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support


If you have the original receipt with the device's serial number, you can submit a request to Apple. How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

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Feb 5, 2022 7:32 PM in response to avcolcoach

Activation Lock requires the Apple ID and password used to activate the device. If you do not remember that, you can try to recover it. If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support


If you have the original receipt with the device's serial number, you can submit a request to Apple. How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

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