The only way too unlock an iPad is
to have the person whose credentials are associated with that iPad either unlock it for you and wipe it
, or they can give you their Apple ID and password. There is no other way around it.
Can someone unlock my stolen iPad?
Unless you know the passcode Apple id & password. So a lost/stolen iphones/ipads
cannot be used
. Anyone can erase your device by restoring it in iTunes. However, as long as you leave it listed in your account at www.icloud.com then they cannot ever activate and use it.
How do I reset an iPad that someone else belongs to?
On the device,
go to Settings » General » Reset
and choose Erase All Content and Settings. You will be asked to enter your passcode lock (if you have one set) and then confirm your choice.
Is there a way to reset an iPad without the Apple ID of the person that was using it?
For users who forget their Apple ID password, is it possible to wipe an iPad without remembering the Apple ID password? The answer is YES!
You can make your iPad run into DFU mode (Device Firmware Update) and use iTunes to do a factory reset
.
Can I unlock someone else’s iPad?
Basically, Apple will treat this iPad as “lost” or “stolen.” Without access to the original owner,
it cannot be unlocked
. That’s the way it was designed. Otherwise, anyone “finding” an iOS device (regardless of the circumstance) can easily thwart the security measures that Apple has built into their devices.
How do I wipe out my iPad and start over?
- Tap on Settings and then tap on General.
- Swipe down to the very bottom and tap on Reset.
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings, enter your passcode (if you have one)
- Tap Erase iPad, Tap Erase iPad again to confirm.
How do I remove previous owner’s Apple ID from an iPad?
- Sign in to iCloud.com.
- Go to Find My iPhone.
- Select “All Devices” to open a list of devices linked to their account, and select the device to be removed.
- Click “Remove from Account”
Can I reset an iPad I found?
You can
put your iOS device into recovery mode
, then restore it using iTunes. You might need to use recovery mode to restore your device in these cases: iTunes doesn’t recognize your device or says it’s in recovery mode. You see the Apple logo onscreen for several minutes with no progress bar.
Can a stolen iPad be tracked?
The good news is that lost or stolen iPads can be traced,
as long as the owner of the device plans ahead
. There are multiple options for tracing an iPad, most of which are easy to set up and cost little or no money.
How do you unlock an iPad I found without a computer?
Apple’s iCloud service
is another effective way to remove your iPad passcode without a computer. It requires you to link your iPad with your iCloud account and enable the “Find My iPad” via iCloud.com. With this method, you can unlock your iPad remotely without needing you to sit at your computer.
Will erasing my old iPad affect my new one?
If you erase the old iPad you still have to restore the new iPad from your iCloud backup, you have to select the option to restore the new iPad from the iCloud backup when you activate the device. If you mean when you erase the old iPad will that affect the new iPad in any way,
the answer is no it will not
.
Does resetting an iPad delete everything?
Reset All Settings: All settings—including network settings, the keyboard dictionary, the Home Screen layout, location settings, privacy settings, and Apple Pay cards—
are removed or reset to their defaults
. No data or media are deleted.
What should I do with my old iPad?
- Turn your Old iPad into a Dashcam. …
- Turn it into a Security Camera. …
- Make a Digital Picture Frame. …
- Extend Your Mac or PC Monitor. …
- Run a Dedicated Media Server. …
- Play with Your Pets. …
- Install the Old iPad in Your Kitchen. …
- Create a Dedicated Smart Home Controller.
Can you remove activation lock without previous owner?
You can
contact Apple Support
to turn off Activation Lock without previous owner from your iPhone or iPad if you have proof of ownership of the device.
How do I delete someone else’s iCloud account on my iPad?
You have to go into
: Settings > iCLoud > Delete Account
(On the Bottom). You will need the password to that account.
