Go to Settings > [your name], scroll down, tap Sign Out, enter your Apple ID password, then tap Turn Off. Erase all content and settings that contain personal information. If you previously turned on Find My for your iPhone, Activation Lock is removed when you erase iPhone, making it ready for a new owner.
No. Apple IDs are permanent. They do not disappear because you reset the iPhone. You can continue to use it normally after resetting the iPhone.
Factory reset or hard reset deletes complete data and settings from your iPhone. All your photos, videos, contacts, call logs, passwords, messages, browsing history, calendar, chat history, notes, installed apps, etc., get deleted from the iOS device.
Sometimes a simple factory data reset won't completely erase all the data on your Android device or iPhone, and the new owner of your device might easily restore your files, messages and even photos. Some apps and browsers might also store your login details and passwords.
Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone. Do one of the following: Prepare your content and settings to transfer to a new iPhone: Tap Get Started, then follow the onscreen instructions. When you finish, return to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone, then tap Erase All Content and Settings.
You must contact the previous owner to get permission to use the device. If you cannot contact the previous owner return the device to where you bought it and get a refund. You will never be able to activate the device and no one can help you do it. They need to remove the device from their account.
However, this will erase everything from your iPhone and return it to factory settings. That may not be a problem if it's an iPhone you've just acquired, but if not, you'll want to make sure you've backed it up to your Mac or PC before proceeding.
When you tap Erase All Content and Settings, it will erase your device completely, including any credit or debit cards you've added for Apple Pay and any photos, contacts, music or apps. It will also turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center and other services.
If a used iOS device has been 'Activation locked' then only the previous owner can unlock it, either by providing you with the account ID and password, or by carrying out the steps detailed in How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support (as he should have done before selling it).
Ask the Previous Owner to Enter Their Apple ID During Setup. The easiest way to remove Activation Lock is by using the previous owner's details. If you're still with the previous owner, ask them to enter their Apple ID details in the Activation Lock screen on the device.
iPhone Locked to Owner or Activation Lock is a safety feature on iOS 15 and later versions. It ensures the data of the owner remains safe even if the device is stolen or lost. If you have purchased an old or refurbished iPhone, you might see this screen when you turn on the device.
When you do a factory reset or choose to “Erase All Content and Settings”, the device obliterates the keys, rendering all user data on the device cryptographically inaccessible to anyone. This ensures that all your personal data does not get passed on to somebody else.
Yes, you can switch SIM cards between phones as long as they are compatible with the same carrier network.
The short answer is yes, you can buy an iPhone as a gift and activate it later. Buying an iPhone as a gift has several advantages. First, it allows you to save money since you don't have to pay for an activation fee or a plan upfront.
If you have a Device Plan, this will need to be fully paid off before you can transfer your number. If you're in contract but do not have a Device Plan, you'll need to pay any termination fees. We'll add these to your final bill. You and the new owner of the number need to be present when you contact us.
Can my data still be accessed even after resetting my device? The data on most Android phones is encrypted which means that it can't be accessed following a factory reset. As such, you don't need to worry about another person accessing this information if you sell your Android phone.
Removing the card is optional. If you want to, or if your service was not transferred to the new iPhone already. iPhone's don't store contacts on the sim card, so you should have nothing there unless the sim card came from an Android device.
Launch iTunes, and connect the found iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. Click on the found iPhone name, and navigate to where you have the Summary tab. Click on the tab, and select Restore iPhone to proceed. Step 3: Next, tap on Restore again to validate your action, so iTunes can commence screen unlock.
Once you exhausted all efforts to find the owner on the device, check with the police to see if it has been reported stolen or is needed for evidence. If all is clear with the authorities, you do have the option of selling it or even unlocking it and using it yourself.
Ensure it's not iCloud locked
In fact, an iCloud-locked iPhone is likely a stolen device. Even Apple won't help you to unlock the device. Always ensure that the iCloud account is removed and disabled on the second-hand iPhone that you are buying.