How do I transfer ownership of an Apple product?

Transfer your AppleCare plan to a new owner
  1. Sign in to My Support to get the AppleCare agreement number, the serial number of the device, and the proof of coverage for the AppleCare plan.
  2. Find the original sales receipt for the device.
  3. Get the new owner's name, address, email address, and phone number.
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How do I transfer an Apple device to a new owner?

On the Android device, open the Move to iOS app. Tap "Continue," "Agree" and "Next." On the iPhone, tap "Continue" on the Move from Android screen, and a six-digit or 10-digit code will appear. Enter that code on your Android device and the Transfer Data screen will appear.
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How do I reassign ownership of an iPad?

You can go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
  1. Generally speaking, the process for resetting iPad for a new owner is simple and requires a little time. ...
  2. To invite the new owner as your family member, back Family Sharing > Add Family Member > Enter the email address of the new owner.
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How do I prove ownership of an Apple product?

Proving credentials would be the original sales receipt which includes the device's serial number on it. Even bequeathed devices are not immune to this. This is an Anti-Theft measure that has no user work around outside of Apple Computer.
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What happens if you don't have proof of purchase Apple?

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If it's for a Mac or apple product you purchased online, you can find your receipt via your. If you purchase it from an Apple retail store you can call the store and ask for them to email you the receipt. If you wish to get a physical receipt you can ask for that as well. I hope this helps.
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How to Change iPhone Ownership : iPhone Questions



What does Apple need for proof of purchase?

You will need to send the original sales receipt of your product to Apple so that we can update your purchase date. A sales receipt with the receipt number, product description, original date of purchase, price, and reseller details constitutes a valid proof of purchase.
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Does resetting an iPad delete everything?

If you reset to factory settings, all data will be gone. Backup before you do that. If you do a restore, everything is erased and set back to factory settings. All games, apps and data.
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Can I change my Apple ID on my iPad without losing everything?

If you simply intend to change your Apple ID, your data won't go anywhere. But if you're switching to another Apple ID, some data will be removed from your device. Although, you can always restore it if saved on iCloud.
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Can I give my old iPhone to a family member?

You can give your old mobile phone to someone else, like a friend or family member, when upgrading to a newer handset. Every year, millions of us upgrade to a new mobile phone.
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How do I give my wife an iPhone?

But to summarize the full process;
  1. Backup your wife's phone.
  2. Wipe your old phone (Settings, General, Reset, Erase all Content and Settings)
  3. Call or chat (I found chat simple with AT&T) with your service provider to get the SIM cards registered to the correct devices.
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How do I reset my iPhone to a new owner?

Go back to Settings and tap General > Transfer or Reset [device] > Erase All Content and Settings. If you turned on Find My [device], you might need to enter your Apple ID and password. If your device uses eSIM, choose the option to erase your device and the eSIM profile when asked.
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What happens when you put a SIM card in another phone?

When you move your SIM to another phone, you keep the same cell phone service. SIM cards make it easy for you to have multiple phone numbers so you can switch between them whenever you like. These phones have to be either provided by your cell phone provider or they have to be unlocked phones.
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Does resetting iPhone delete iCloud?

Nothing in your iCloud account will be deleted. After resetting, restore from your backup, anything that isn't in the backup will be restored from the relevant store or iCloud photo library etc.
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Is erase all content and settings the same as factory reset?

Reset all Settings removes things like your Wifi password and settings you've set on your iPad for Apps, mail, etc. Erase All Content and Settings restores a device to it's out of the box state when it was first turned on. You should use Erase All Content and Settings to get it ready for the next owner.
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Does signing out of Apple ID delete everything?

No, signing out of your Apple ID will not delete everything. Your data will be stored on Apple's servers, and you can sign back in and access it at any time. However, signing out of your Apple ID will revoke your access to all iCloud services, including iCloud Drive, iCloud Photos, and iCloud Music.
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Can you have 2 Apple IDs on one iPad?

Not many people are aware of this, but it is possible to sign in and use multiple Apple IDs on an iPhone or iPad. You can log in and set up multiple Apple IDs on an iOS device from the Settings app, and use them for different purposes like contacts, email, notes, bookmarks, etc.
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What should I do with my old iPad?

7 Cool Things You Can Do With Your Old iPad After Upgrading
  1. Use Your iPad as a Dedicated Smart Home Hub. ...
  2. Use Your iPad as a Second Monitor. ...
  3. Use Your iPad as a Remote Control. ...
  4. Give It to the Kids. ...
  5. Make It a Digital Photo or Video Frame.
  6. Use It as a Recipe Book or Mechanic's Assistant. ...
  7. Mount It in Your Car.
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Can Apple remove activation lock with proof of purchase?

Start a support request

If you need help removing Activation Lock and have proof of purchase documentation, you can start an Activation Lock support request.
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Does iPhone box count as proof of purchase?

Helpful answers. If Apple is looking for proof of purchase to unlock an account or something similar, it will not work as proof. If you purchased from an Apple retail store, you can call them and provide the serial number of the device and a date range it was purchased in and they can provide the invoice.
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Can I claim Apple warranty without receipt?

A purchase receipt has never been necessary for warranty service as the device serial number will verify if it is within warranty or not.
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Do photos stay in Old iPhone?

The photos in your Photos app won't be deleted, just the ones on the iCloud Photo Library if you choose to delete the library. If you want to keep photos on your phone but maximize iCloud storage space, then I'd make sure all photos on the iCloud library are downloaded, then disable and delete iCloud Photo Library.
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Do photos stay in iCloud when deleted from phone?

When you delete a photo or video from Photos on iCloud.com, it's also deleted from all your devices that have iCloud Photos turned on. If you change your mind, you have 30 days to recover it before it's permanently deleted.
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What Should I Do with Old iPhone?

10 Best ways to reuse your old iPhone in 2022
  1. Keep it as a spare smartphone.
  2. Let your kids reuse your old iPhone.
  3. Use your old iPhone as an iPod.
  4. Repurpose it as an Apple TV.
  5. Use it as a handheld gaming console.
  6. Use your old iPhone as a baby monitor.
  7. Make it an infotainment device for your car.
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Can I just buy a new phone and put my SIM card in it?

You can often switch your SIM card to a different phone, provided the phone is unlocked (meaning, it is not tied to a particular carrier or device) and the new phone will accept the SIM card. All you need to do is remove the SIM from the phone it is in currently, then place it into the new unlocked phone.
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