How to Remove iCloud Activation Lock without Password

Unfortunately, thieves aren't the only ones frustrated with Activation Lock. If you bought a used iPhone and you didn't realize it was locked, you won't be able to use it either. This article will show you how to remove Activation Lock on iPhone.

What is iCloud Activation Lock?

When activating iPhone for the first time, Apple notes your device's unique identifier and your Apple ID. It then associates the iPhone's unique identifier with that Apple ID. This is to prevent any other Apple ID from using the device. Without a username and password for Apple ID, other people cannot reset and use iPhone.

You may not notice the presence of Activation Lock until after resetting or installing the iOS upgrade. You must then sign in with your Apple ID to verify your identity and activate the device.

This security feature is closely linked to Find My iPhone, which helps you identify a lost device. If you turn on Find My iPhone on your device, you also turn on Activation Lock. By default, both of these features are enabled on all iPhones.

If you want to determine if Find My iPhone (and Activation Lock) is turned on, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Find My iPhone, or sign in to icloud.com/find to see your device's current location.

While people often experience problems with Activation Lock on their used iPhones, the feature is also available on iPads and Apple Watches. Just like on iPhone, Activation Lock locks the iPad or Apple Watch to the Apple ID used for setup.

Ways to remove iCloud Activation Lock.

Method 1. Recover with Apple ID password

To activate your iPhone, simply sign in to your Apple ID with your email and password. If you're using two-factor authentication, you'll need to tap Unlock with Passcode and then type in the one-time code Apple sends.

If you don't know your Apple ID email address, you can look it up on Apple's iForgot page (follow the link below). If you are unsure of your password or want to reset it, you can also visit that page. In addition to activating the device, you also need Apple credentials to set up the App Store, FaceTime calls, and iMessage.

https://iforgot.apple.com/appleid#!§ion=appleid

If you can't reset your Apple ID password or recover your email address, call Apple support.

Method 2: Ask Apple to remove Activation Lock

If you still can't activate iPhone, ask Apple to remove Activation Lock from the device for which you have a valid proof of purchase. You can do this in two ways:

1. Schedule an appointment at the Apple Store, bring your phone, proof of purchase there.
2. Call Apple support and explain the situation. Ask the representative to remove Activation Lock remotely for you.

Method 3: Ask the seller to remove Activation Lock remotely

If you find out when you buy a new iPhone that it's locked, ask the seller to delete their account remotely.

To remotely wipe a device, merchants need:

1. Step 1. Sign in with their Apple ID at icloud.com/find.
2. Step 2. Click on All Devices, then select the relevant iPhone.
3. Step 3. If you see Remove from Account, select it.
4. Step 4. If not, click Erase iPhone, then select Remove from Account.

Now iPhone is not locked by Apple ID anymore. You need to restart the device to see the change.

Attention: Avoid Activation Lock when buying used iPhone iPhone

One of the biggest downsides to Activation Lock is that many people don't realize their device is locked by an Apple ID when it's sold. Likewise, many buyers don't know about it when buying back old iPhones.

If you buy your iPhone through a service like eBay, you'll get seller protection against anything you can't use. However, this protection does not extend to direct transactions. Here are a few ways you can avoid buying non-activated devices:

When you turn on your iPhone, you will see the Hello setup screen inviting Set up your iPhone for the first time. This means it is activated and not locked by another Apple ID.

If the device asks for a password, it hasn't been erased. Ask the seller to go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings and erase the device. You will then see the Set up your iPhone screen.

If the device asks for an Apple ID and password, it's locked. Ask the seller to sign in with their Apple ID and password to activate the device. Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings to erase the device. You will then see the Set up your iPhone screen.

If the seller refuses to do the above, ignore it and don't buy it anymore. Once satisfied with the unlocked device, proceed to purchase. You should be careful when deciding to buy a used iPhone over the Internet.

Method 4: Use software to remove iCloud Activation Lock

There are many software that can completely remove iCloud Activation Lock without password in a safe and simple way. Here I will introduce you to AnyUnlock software - iCloud Activation Unlocker. It is a powerful, reliable and very easy to use software. AnyUnlock - iCloud Activation Unlocker, can help users remove iCloud Activation Lock without password.

The main functions of AnyUnlock - iCloud Activation Unlocker

1. Bypass iCloud activation lock on iPhone iPad iPod touch with a few clicks.
2. Quickly get back your forgotten Apple ID in minutes.
3. Avoid getting a used iPhone iPad iPod touch trouble.
4. Support current devices running iOS 12.3 and above.
5. Supports iPhone 5s to iPhone X, iPad 4 to iPad 7 and iPod touch 7 to iPod touch 9.

How to remove iCloud Activation Lock with AnyUnlock - iCloud Activation Unlocker

This tutorial is done on a computer running the Windows operating system. On devices running MAC operating system you do the same

Step 1. Download and Install AnyUnlock - iCloud Activation Unlocker.

Please download AnyUnlock software here.

After the download is complete, Launch the software and you will see the main interface of the software as below. Click on the "Bypass iCloud Activation Lock" tab in the left sidebar.

Step 2. Connect your iOS device to the computer using the connection cable and click the "Start Now" button.

Step 3. Then AnyUnlock Software will ask you for permission to jailbreak your device so that AnyUnlock overcomes all barriers for you. You tick "I have read and agree to Terms of Use" then click "Start Now".

You read the very intuitive and easy-to-understand instructions on the software and follow it.

Step 4. Then you can start removing iCloud Activation Lock after clicking the "Start Now" button.

Step 5. Wait until the process is finished, you will get the page iCloud Activation Lock is bypass successfully as below.

Successfully bypassed iCloud activation key! It is done! Very simple, right? With just a few simple steps, you have removed iCloud Activation Lock without password.

You can watch the video below to understand how to remove iCloud Activation Lock with AnyUnlock

The benefits after using Anyunlock to remove iCloud Activation Lock

1. Regain access to ios devices.
2. Sign in to the App Store or iTunes with a different Apple ID.
3. Removes previous Apple ID control over iOS devices.

Note: Once unlocked, the device is usable, except for making phone calls, using cellular data, FaceTime, and iMessage. Also, you can't sign in to iCloud with your new Apple ID from Settings on your device. Please make sure to use AnyUnlock - iCloud Activation Unlocker Personal and legal only.

If your device is running iOS 13 - iOS 14 (Above) and it's between iPhone 6s to iPhone X, iPad 6 to iPad 8 and iPod touch 6 - iPod touch 7, this new feature will Turn off Find My My iPhone / iPad / iPod touch no password AnyUnlock will help you to unlock your iOS device and make all its features work as if they were never locked again. You can see details on how to use AnyUnlock's functions here. 

Conclusion.

The above article, Tipsmake has explained to you what iCloud Activation Lock is and how to remove iCloud Activation Lock without a password. Hope this information is useful to you. Good luck!