iOS 13 and iPadOS 13 are the latest OS for iPhone and iPads respectively and packs with similar specs. Apple device is popular not only because of the performance but also for better security than the Android. It includes the iCloud Activation lock which is one of the major security setting that you will find on Apple devices running on iOS 7 or higher. But in case if you buy a genuine second hand device but it asks for iCloud Activation Lock. So here you will know how to Bypass iCloud Activation Lock in iOS 13 or earlier iOS.
What is iCloud Activation Lock?
iCloud Activation Lock first appeared with iOS 7 and since then it is featuring on all the iOS devices running on iOS 7 or later. The security feature was introduced to prevent unknown users from accessing the owner device. It comes in play when someone stole the phone and trying to access then it will prevent to do so. The feature has been improved since the release of the feature.
If you buy a phone and it asks for iCloud Activation then you have only a few options. The first one to bypass the iCloud Activation Lock which lets you use some apps and there you can find Owners info. Later you can contact the owner and return the phone if you have found it. Or you can ask for the info if you have bought the device. You can bypass iCloud Activation without paying to someone.
You also have the option to remove the iCloud Activation lock from the iPhone or iPad. There are many online services that offer to remove the iCloud Activation lock. But you have to be careful and try not to catch up into scams. Although we have mentioned a few genuine services which will help you to remove iCloud Activation Lock from the iPhone or iPad. If you decide to remove the lock then it will cost you a few bucks.
How to Bypass iCloud Activation Lock
Bypassing the iCloud Activation Lock will let you use some of the apps and it is free. Below is the procedure for bypassing. For this method, we are not going to use any online tool to bypass the Lock.
- First, reboot your iPhone or iPad on which you want to bypass the lock.
- The setup process will begin from start. Select the language and country in the first step of setup.
- The next step will take you to a WiFi connection, before connecting to WiFi click on the ‘i’ button next to the WiFi to which you want to connect. If the ‘i’ button not visible then click the home button and select ‘More WiFi Settings’.
- Now go to the DNS option and enter one of the below addresses as per your location.
- USA/North America: 154.51.7
- Europe: 155.28.90
- Asia: 155.220.58
- Other location: 109.17.60
- Now go back using the back icon from the top left corner. After going back click on the WiFi to which you want to connect and enter the password of your WiFi and click on Join.
- Then once again click on the back icon to go back to the WiFi page. The device will now try to activate and open a new screen so immediately click on the back icon again to go back to the WiFi page.
- On top it will show iCloudDNSBypass.net, there you need to scroll down and select Menu which will show some apps which can be accessible.
So this is the simple way to Bypass iCloud Activation Lock on iPhones and iPads. Also while using the Apps if you click on the ‘Done’ then it will be closed and once again you need to follow the same process to get the Apps menu. Also, you need to forget WiFi and delete DNS when you are retrying.
This way you can Bypass and use Apps and games on your iPhone which will be constructed on the web. If you want to remove the iCloud Activation lock to use your iPhone or iPad normally. But you have to spend some time as well as some money on it. Thanks to the iGeeksBlog team who went on investigating to find out the genuine service providers so that users can’t find themselves in scams.
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How to Remove iCloud Activation Lock (using AppleiPhoneUnlock)
AppleiPhoneUnlock is one of the service providers which remove iCloud Activation Lock within 1 to 3 days and charges around 25 USD. Follow the below process to remove the lock from iPhones and iPadOS.
- Go to AppleiPhoneUnlock.uk website on your browser.
- On the page click on the ‘iCloud Unlock’ button and proceed further.
- Now on the next screen select your device on which you want to remove iCloud Activation Lock.
- You need to get the IMEI number of your phone. Below are few ways to find the IMEI number of your iPhone or iPad.
- Dial *#06# on your device. If you are unable to find dialer then tap on the ‘i’ button to see the phone information.
- Another way to check IMEI is to eject the SIM tray of your device and in the tray, you will find your device IMEI number.
- Follow the above guide and access apps to check your IMEI.
- After knowing the IMEI number enter it on the webpage and click on Unlock Now.
- Now pay for the service and wait for 1 to 3 days. After that, the iCloud Lock will be removed.
How to Remove iCloud Activation Lock on iPhone (using Doctor Unlock)
It is also a good alternative of AppleiPhoneUnlock which provides service to remove iCloud Activation Lock on iPhones and iPads. Follow the below simple process to get it done.
- Find out the IMEI number of your iPhone or iPad. Check out the below steps to get IMEI if you don’t know how to check IMEI.
- Dial *#06# on your device. If you are unable to find dialer then tap on the ‘i’ button to see the phone information.
- Another way to check IMEI is to eject the SIM tray of your device and in the tray, you will find your device IMEI number.
- Follow the above bypass guide and access apps to check your IMEI.
- Go to DoctorUnlock.net website and select your iPhone Model on which you want to remove iCloud Lock.
- On the next page select Country, Carrier and enter the IMEI of your device.
- After that click on Unlock Now. Pay for the service and also enter the email address.
- The iCloud Activation Lock will be removed within 1 to 3 days.
That’s all, now you have successfully removed the iCloud lock from your Apple device. There are a few more websites which provide the same feature. Let us know in case of any failure or you are not able to remove the lock.
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