You have an Apple device in your hands, then you will know what iCloud is and how important iCloud is.
Can learn more:
- What is iCloud? How to use iCloud?
- How to retrieve password on iOS devices
If you do not directly buy a new machine with an intact seal, but buy a used iPhone or iPad , the first thing you need to consider is whether the device has iCloud attached to the previous user,
If you do not pay attention, one day, your device may be used by the user before the lock you are using, and at this moment, your device can only be a paperweight no more or less.
So how to know if iPhone is locked iCloud or not?
Currently, Apple has provided a tool called Activation Lock Status Checker, which allows to check whether used iPhones, iPads or iPod Touches are locked to iCloud. not to avoid being bought by mistake.
First, you go to https://www.icloud.com/activationlock/ enter your IMEI or Serial number, then enter the captcha code and click Continue to check. View IMEI by going to the caller and press * # 06 #
If the result is "Activation Lock: Off" , the device is not locked iCloud and you can buy this device with peace of mind.
As a result, "Activation Lock: On" means the device is locked iCloud, the system also suggests you contact the previous owner to exit iCloud.
This is one of the easiest ways for you to quickly check your phone.
Good luck.
According to Vu Hoang Nam