Many people have encountered the circumstance when they purchased a used Apple Watch from an online retailer only to discover that the gadget is still associated with the prior owner. Knowing how to remove the activation lock on Apple Watch can be helpful in this situation, and because of that, we created this article.
Now let’s discover different ways to approach this problem!
How to Remove Activation Lock on Apple Watch
Maybe the activation lock is crucial when an Apple Watch is stolen or misplaced. However, there are situations when you must turn off this feature.
One security feature that enables you to find lost apple devices, “Find My iPhone,” integrates with the iCloud Activation Lock. It is known that both of these features are activated by default on all iPhones.
How can you tell if the activation log on your phone is active
Before explaining how to remove activation lock on Apple Watch, let’s see how you can tell if it is on in the first place!
- Ensure the My Watch tab is open on the associated iPhone when you launch the Watch app
- From the top-left, select All Watches > Click the “i” next to your watch name to see more information.
- Do you notice the “Find My Apple Watch” option? Activation Lock is enabled if the answer is yes.
Note: Visit iCloud.com on a computer and sign in with your Apple ID if you don’t have your iPhone. After that, select Find iPhone All Devices. If your Apple Watch is listed below, the ‘Activation Lock’ option is now active.
Is activation lock reversible?
The activation lock can be disabled, yes. However, it is a complex process that calls for technical expertise.
How to quickly unlock the activation lock on an Apple Watch with Apple ID
- Start with opening the Apple Watch app on your iPhone device, then carry out the procedures listed below
- Locate the ‘My Watch’ tab in the left-hand corner at the bottom of the screen
- Select the ‘All Watches’ button from the menu.
- The ‘Apple Watch’ option you want to unpair is close to the info “i” button
- Select ‘Apple Watch Unpair’
- For confirmation, tap on the ‘Unpair (name) Apple Watch’ option. You can keep or cancel your cellular plan if you currently have one. To cancel the cellular plan, you must contact the carrier via phone.
- By entering the Apple ID passcode and then tapping ‘Unpair’, you may disable the ‘Activation Lock’ option
How to get around the Apple Watch activation lock without an iPhone
Remove the Activation Lock. Log in to iCloud.com using your Apple ID from a web browser. Visit iPhone Find. Towards the top of the screen, select All Devices. Choose the device that you want. Click [device] Erase. Until the device is wiped, select Next.
Read more: How to Find Dead Apple Watch in House
Choosing a Factory Reset to Remove the Activation Lock
If you don’t know the apple ID or password, you probably ask yourself if you should choose a factory reset and if it will remove the activation lock.
Most of the time, performing a factory reset won’t get rid of the device’s activation lock. When a phone is switched back on after a factory reset, it will still request the login information for the Google account, for instance.
Other options
Maybe the right thing you should try when you don’t know how to remove the activation lock on Apple Watch is to hold down the side button for an extended period until the power menu appears. Then you click on the ‘Force Touch’ button until a new “Erase all content and settings” option appears. This option thoroughly cleans the watch.
Can an Apple Watch Be Jailbroken?
If you tried the step from above, but it doesn’t work, a jailbreak for an Apple Watch is possible. However, it is not advised to do this since it can void your device’s warranty and result in additional problems.
Maybe the best thing, in this case, would be to search for the receipt!
Apple can eliminate an Apple Watch’s activation lock, but this does not imply that it will always do so. Of course, the company must safeguard the safety and privacy of its customers concerning all of its goods and services. If the Apple Watch is not yours or was purchased without documentation, it will not accept your request to disable the activation lock.
To get help from Apple support, you must have the receipt from the Apple Watch. The receipt should have a serial number if you still have it.
Call Apple support and inform them of the problem. Then you can scan the receipt or send them a photo of it. Within 48 hours, they will unlock it after reviewing it.
Unlock the Apple Watch without using an Apple ID
If you don’t have Apple ID and password, and you can’t receive support from Apple because you don’t have the receipt, don’t panic! Other services like IMEI Unlock SIM and Apple iPhone Unlock are available on the market that can assist you in removing the iCloud activation lock on your Apple Watch without using an Apple ID.
Removing activation lock on Apple Watch by using a third-party service
If necessary, early on, first purchase the service from the provider. You will almost certainly be charged a fee before you affirm your desire to remove the activation lock for services that do not request payment before site access.
- Visit the service’s official website
- Enter the model name (such as Apple Watch Series 5 or 6) and the Apple Watch serial code (or IMEI number)
- Locate and choose the option that enables you to turn off the Apple Watch activation lock
- A confirmation should appear on the website and in the email associated with the service
- Even though confirmation emails for the waiting period typically arrive within 24 to 72 hours, reviewing the terms and conditions is still a good idea
- Lock after activation
The Apple Watch can now be used by a new wearer or synced with a new iPhone after the activation lock has been successfully removed.
Read more: How to Remove Apple Watch From Account
Conclusion
Now that you learned how to remove the activation lock on Apple Watch, you can protect yourself from hacking efforts.
If you prefer manual options, you can unlock your device through iCloud.com, but a password is needed! So, don’t get alarmed if the Apple Watch you bought has an activation lock and you don’t have the password. Even if the security measure is highly encrypted, it can still be uninstalled. You may use Apple iPhone Unlock and IMEI Unlock SIM, the tools we previously covered, to unlock Apple Watch. Although they are paid options, they are perfect enough.
Good luck!