How do I reset my iPhone if its not activated?

Standard Solutions and Troubleshooting Procedures

1. Check the SIM card for possible malfunctions.
2. Device Activation Server is not available.
3. Activation Lock may be enabled.
4. Restart your iPhone.
5. Disconnect and Re-connect to a reliable Wi-Fi network.
6. Use iTunes.
7. Restore your iPhone via Recovery Mode.

Can you unlock an unactivated iPhone?

Right, the device would have to be activated by the carrier that it was being sold under, even though it was unlocked. The carrier has to activate it before you can use it with any other SIM. Note that the carrier may require a period of paid service before they will unlock the iPhone.

Can you reset an iPhone without service?

You can’t. When you do a factory reset, you erase the device, and then have to download the iOS software from the internet via iTunes and then install the software on the iPad. That’s how the process works.

How do I reset my iPhone to offline?

Reset Your iPhone or iPad to Factory Settings

1. Go to Settings and scroll down until you find a “Reset” tab.
2. To bring your iPhone back to its factory default settings, tap on “Erase All Content and Settings” and then on “Erase iPhone”.
3. After you enter the Passcode you will be asked for your Apple ID password.

Is there anyway to remove activation lock?

If your device is activation locked, it simply means that you or someone else’s iCloud account is still linked to the factory erased iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. The official way to remove this barrier is by providing the password to the linked iCloud account without which no one can be able to access the device.

How to unlock Apple ID to reset iPhone?

Here are the steps to reset your iPhone using the unlock Apple ID: Step 1. Download FoneCope iOS Unlock via the download button. Open it, select the “Unlock Apple ID” mode and connect your iPhone to your computer. If your iPhone is connected to this computer for the first time, it will prompt you to trust the computer and choose OK.

How to remove Apple ID Activation Lock on iPhone?

1. Using iPhoneIMEI.net to Remove Apple ID Activation Lock. Step 1. Note down the IMEI number of the device by dialling *#06# or find it on the back of your iPhone box. Step 2. Visit the website iPhoneIMEI.net, choose the model of your iDevice and give its the IMEI number. Step 3. Press on the “Unlock now!” button.

How do I Reset my iPhone to factory settings?

Ask the seller to go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings and erase the device. After this is done, the “Set up your iPhone” screen should appear. If the device asks for an Apple ID and password, it’s locked and worthless to you in its current state.

What to do if you can’t activate your iPhone?

If you still can’t activate your iPhone, there’s one more thing you can try. Apple will remove Activation Lock from a device for which you have a valid proof of purchase. You can do this in one of two ways: Make an appointment at your local Apple Store.