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The previous owner I can’t contact them so how to remove activation lock

How can I unlock this iPhone 5 the previous owner can’t be located

iPhone 5

Posted on Dec 25, 2020 10:49 AM

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Posted on Dec 25, 2020 10:50 AM

You don’t. Without their help, the phone is useless to you. Return it for a refund if possible or recycle it.

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The previous owner I can’t contact them so how to remove activation lock

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