How to Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone and iPad

By Justin SabrinaUpdated on January 11, 2023

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iCloud provides huge data storage facility for the Apple users and Apple ID can be used to access iCloud across various devices. However, the problem is getting more and more serious. Users often encounter the problem of iCloud locked account. If your iPhone is locked by iCloud, it means you can't use your iPhone properly. This article coverts 5 ways to help you unlock iCloud locked iPhone and iPad, including iOS 16 devices.

CONTENTS

Part 1: Something You Need to Know About iCloud Lock

What is iCloud Locked?

iCloud Lock is also an activation lock designed to keep your device and data safe in case your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Apple Watch is lost or stolen. When you turn on "Find My iPhone", the activation lock is automatically enabled. With an iCloud-locked iPhone, you can hardly do anything, you can not activate it with a different account, you can not erase the device without entering the correct Apple ID and password, you can not access iPhone unless you unlock the iCloud locked iPhone.

Why You Are Not Able to Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone?

You purchased a second-hand iPhone or iPad, but the previous owner forgot to log out of his Apple ID and iCoud account.
You have a long-term unused iPhone or iPad, and you have forgotten the Apple ID password you originally set.
You accidentally picked up an iPhone which is iCloud locked, you need to unlock the iCloud locked iPhone to find the owner.

As soon as you turn on your iOS device and see one of the following screens, you should instantly check if the iPhone is locked with an activation lock.

How to Break iCloud Lock?

iCloud Lock means your iPhone is not activated. This feature protects your data if your iPhone is stolen. In this article, we'll discuss different security iCloud lock removal methods for unlocking iCloud-locked iPhone 11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max/XS/XS Max/XR/X/8/7/6S/6.

Part 2: 5 Ways to Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone and iPad [iOS 16.2]

In this part, we will introduce 5 ways on how to unlock iCloud locked iPhone and iPad. You are able to unlock iCloud locked iPhone via DNS setting, iOS Unlocker tool, Apple ID password resetting, online unlock services. You may even try to contact the previous owner of your device!

- Way 1. Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone Using DNS Bypass

It may be that you have forgotten your iCloud password and cannot activate your iPhone. DNS bypass can be used to unlock iCloud Locked iPhone issues. You can do this:

Maybe that you forgot your iCloud password and not being able to activate your iPhone. iPhone or iPad DNS Bypass is a popular solution for iCloud locked devices. Read on how-to steps:

Step 1. Restart your iPhone and select your Country and Language.

Step 2. Choose Wi-Fi Settings. If you don’t see ‘i’ letter beside the Wi-Fi network, press Home button, then select ‘More Wi-Fi Settings’.

Step 3. Your iPhone should not be connected to the network. If it is connected, tap on the ‘i’ button then select “Forget this Network”.

Step 4. Tap the ‘i’ button, then insert custom DNS, choose one, that you need of the below IPs:

USA: 104.154.51.7
Europe: 104.155.28.90
Asia: 104.155.220.58
Australia and Oceania: 35.189.47.23
Other continents: 78.100.17.60

Step 5. After entering DNS IP address, tap on "Back", and then click "Activation Help".

Once the iCloud activation bypass settings is done, you'll receive a message saying "You have successfully connected to my Server." Now you can tap on the menu to access some apps and features on your device.

Way 2. Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone/iPad with UkeySoft Unlocker

UkeySoft Unlocker enables you to remove Apple ID from iPhone/iPad/iPod touch without password. In case you forgot your iCloud activation password, or just got a sedond-hand iphone associated with the previous owner’s account, this UkeySoft Unlocker could be your effective solution, you can use it to unlock iCloud locked iPhone with one click.

How to Instantly Delete Apple ID from iPhone without Password

Step 1. Launch UkeySoft Unlocker
Firstly, launch UkeySoft Unlocker on your computer and select “Unlock Apple ID” mode from the home interface to bypass iCloud lock.

Step 2. Connect iCloud Locked iPhone to the Computer
Connect your iPhone to computer and trust the connection. Click “Next”.

Note: You can rely on this software to easily bypass iCloud lock unless your device is running iOS 11.4 or higher, or your phone has enabled the "Find My iPhone" feature.

Step 3. Start to Unlock Apple ID
Click the "Start" button and UkeySoft Unlocker will immediately unlock your device, which will take a few seconds. The program is able to identify your device model and confirm the device before performing any operations.

UkeySoft Unlocker will start removing the Apple ID without password. The only thing you can do now is wait. I believe it will not disappoint you.

When it’s done, the previous Apple ID and iCloud account will be removed from iPhone. You can now use new Apple ID and enjoy all the features on iPhone.

Way 3. Unlock an iCloud Locked iPad by Resetting Apple ID Password

Apple uses "iCloud account" on its support site. In fact, iCloud accounts is only a subset of an Apple ID account. Apple ID is the key to manage Apple devices and services. You can also reset your Apple ID password to unlock an iCloud-locked iPhone or iPad.

Step 1. Go to iforgot.apple.com on web browser.

Step 2. Enter your Apple ID and verify code on the page, and click "Continue".

Step 3. Select a way to reset your Apple ID password based on your situation.

Step 4. You need to enter the full phone number for verification, and click "Continue".

Step 5. Enter the confirmation code, and choose a new password, then click "Reset Password".

In this way, you can easily eliminate the iCloud locked page by entering your Apple ID and password.

Way 4. Unlock an iCloud Locked iPhone via Online Unlock Services

In addition, you can also unlock iCloud locked iPad or iPhone through some online unlock services. However, all of them are paid service, such as IMEI Unlock SIM, AppleiPhoneUnlock, etc., you've better find a reliable one. If you worry about wasting money, I suggest that you use a professional iOS Unlocker.

Way 5. Contact the Previous Owner to Unlock iCloud Locked iPhone

If you bought a second hand iPhone from your friend, ebay or Amazon, you can contact the previous owner. Try to ask for the iCloud passcode and get the iPhone unlocked.

- Enter the iCloud password on the iCloud lock screen to unlock your iPhone/iPad.
- After successfully unlocking the iPhone, go to "Settings" and click on the owner's name.
- Scroll down and click on "Sign Out" to the Apple ID. Then any data stored in iCloud will be removed from your iPhone.
- Use a different AppIe ID or create a new on to log into your iPhone.

The Bottom Line

We showed you 5 ways to unlock an iCloud locked iPhone and iPad. Different from other free iCloud Lock unlock solutions, UkeySoft Unlocker (iCloud Activation Lock Removal) enables you to remove iCloud account/Apple ID/screen passcode on iPhone/iPad without password fast and easily. It is professional, safe, and reliable, give it a try!

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