Bypass iCloud lock - how it works

For security reasons, your account in iCloud remains linked. In this practical tip, we will tell you how you can circumvent this lock, for example if you want to sell the iPhone.

How to bypass iCloud lock

When selling the iPhone, you should delete your iCloud account. With a lock you have to go an extended way:

1. First switch to the "Settings" of your iPhone.
2. Look for the "iCloud" setting here and tap on it.
3. In the next menu, scroll down a bit until you reach the "Find my iPhone" option.
4. Deactivate this option. You must confirm this by entering the password from your Apple ID.
5. This deactivates the iCloud lock. You should now reset the iPhone if you want to sell it.
6. You can do this under "General"> "Reset". Note that this will delete all files.

In the next practical tip, read how you can delete your iCloud account.