How to reset an iPad without apple id

Patti Folliard
Patti Folliard used Ask the Experts™
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Need to reset an Apple iPad2 to factory settings.  Current apple id on device; however, passcode is unkown.  Unable to contact owner of apple id on device.
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Commented:
You will have to take it to an Apple Store, prove identity and see if they can reset it to factory specs.

Currently Apple needs our apple id to do a normal reset (had that done for repair purposes).
Kyle SantosSoftware Test Analyst I at Dassault Systemes

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I agree with John.  With the information you provided about your situation, taking it to the Apple store is most likely you're only option.

I wrote an article that talks about things you can try and how to take preventative measures to avoid situations like these.
https://www.experts-exchange.com/articles/18679/How-Do-I-Remove-the-Apple-ID-on-iPhone-or-iPad-Activation-Lock.html

Let me know if you have any follow up questions.
JohnBusiness Consultant (Owner)
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@folly15 - Thanks and I was happy to assist you.

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