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How do I reset my iPad when previous owner is still signed in

How to factory reset iPad when former owner still signed in I can’t reach him

Posted on Jan 14, 2022 10:10 PM

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Rudegar

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Posted on Jan 15, 2022 1:10 AM

you can't

the activation lock is not really on the ipad it's a

theft protection measure on apples servers

it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple

if that does not help you then you need the assistance of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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