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How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple ID?

Hi, I got inherited a macbook from my father, and i really want to get access to the device to find old photos and such. Is it possible to get new password for the account?


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Posted on Apr 29, 2023 11:40 AM

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Posted on Apr 29, 2023 11:51 AM

Here is how to:

How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts - Apple Support


It is possible to reset the macOS password, but I would not do that until after you have access to the Apple ID (as you can then potentially use the Apple ID to reset the password, and can use that to access iCloud including any use of iCloud Photos)

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


For yourself and for others reading here:

How to add a Legacy Contact for your Apple ID - Apple Support





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Apr 29, 2023 11:51 AM in response to unknown_T

Here is how to:

How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple accounts - Apple Support


It is possible to reset the macOS password, but I would not do that until after you have access to the Apple ID (as you can then potentially use the Apple ID to reset the password, and can use that to access iCloud including any use of iCloud Photos)

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202860


For yourself and for others reading here:

How to add a Legacy Contact for your Apple ID - Apple Support





How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple ID?

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