How to bypass iCloud Activation Lock on iPhone 5s
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Santiagolen • April 22, 2015 at 1:28pm
My father gave me an iPhone 5s, but after restoring it, the device is asking for an Apple ID and password that we do not have. What are the options for bypassing this lock?
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iClarified • January 14, 2026 at 4:23am
To remove the Activation Lock on an iPhone 5s, the most reliable method is to have the original owner sign in to iCloud.com, go to Find My, select the device, and choose Remove from Account. Alternatively, if you have the original proof of purchase, you can submit an activation lock support request to Apple. For older devices like the iPhone 5s, there are unofficial methods involving checkra1n or other jailbreak-based tools to bypass the screen, but these typically disable cellular services. Be extremely cautious of any online services claiming they can unlock iCloud for a fee, as many of these are scams.