How to Delete iCloud Account Without Password from iPhone?

The iCloud account is deeply integrated with iOS devices like the iPhone. It syncs your data, backups, photos, documents, and more. While this can be incredibly convenient, it also means that deleting your iCloud account from an iPhone is not straightforward.

If you've forgotten your iCloud password and want to remove your account from your iPhone, it involves a few extra steps. This article will walk you through the process of deleting an iCloud account from an iPhone without the password. We'll cover recovering access, unlinking the device, turning off Find My iPhone, signing out of iCloud, and removing the account fully.

Prerequisites Before Deleting iCloud Account

Before you can delete your iCloud account from the iPhone, there are a few requirements:

• You'll need the original proof of purchase for the iPhone. This is to verify ownership if asked.
• The iPhone must be connected to the internet during the process.
• Make sure you have backups of anything important on the device. Deleting iCloud removes backups.
• You'll need access to a computer and web browser at some point.

As long as you meet those prerequisites, you can move forward with removing the iCloud account.

Recovering Access to the iCloud Account

Since you don't have the account password, the first step is to recover access to your iCloud account.

Apple provides a few methods to do this:

Use Account Recovery to Reset iCloud Password

1. Go to iforgot.apple.com on a desktop browser.

   

2. Enter the Apple ID email address associated with the account.
3. Click Continue.
4. Choose how you want to recover access - Answer Security Questions or Request an Account Recovery Key by mail.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to reset your password through security questions or receive a verification code.

Once you regain access, you'll be able to sign in to iCloud and proceed with unlinking your device.

Use App-Specific Passwords

If security questions don't work, you can generate app-specific passwords for Apple ID.

1. On a browser, visit appleid.apple.com.

   

2. Click "Forgot password" and enter the Apple ID email address.
3. Choose app-specific password and sign-in option.
4. Generate a 16-character password that will allow iCloud access.

Use this app password when prompted to sign-in on a trusted device.

Contact Apple Support to Verify Identity

If all else fails, contact Apple support directly. You'll have to provide proof of purchase for the device plus government-issued ID.

Apple can then assist you in recovering access after verifying your identity. Just call Apple support or visit an Apple retail store for help.

Unlinking the iPhone from iCloud Account

Once you have the iCloud password through one of the account recovery methods, you can proceed to unlinking. This will disassociate the iPhone from the account while still keeping data on it.

To unlink iPhone from iCloud:

1. On the iPhone, open Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud.
2. Tap Sign Out to confirm removing the account from the device.
3. Enter the Apple ID and password when prompted.
4. Tap Turn Off to fully sign out of iCloud.

The iPhone will now be unlinked from the account while still retaining the locally stored data.

Turning Off Find My iPhone

Find My iPhone is enabled by default with an iCloud account. It lets you remotely locate, lock, or erase a device.

To fully delete the iCloud account, Find My iPhone needs to be turned off first:

1. On the iPhone, open Settings > [Your Name]> Find My > Find My iPhone.
2. Tap the toggle switch to turn off Find My iPhone.
3. Enter the Apple ID and password to confirm.

With Find My iPhone disabled, the device location services and remote wipe capabilities will be turned off.

Signing Out Completely of iCloud

At this point, your iPhone is unlinked from the iCloud account but still retains data like contacts, calendars, and photos.

To fully sign out of iCloud:

1. Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud.
2. Tap Sign Out again.
3. Tap Sign Out once more on the confirmation prompt.

This will sign you out of the iCloud account and delete any synced data like contacts, calendars, and photos from the device.

Removing the iCloud Account from the iPhone

The final step is removing the iCloud account fully from the iPhone. This will dissociate your Apple ID completely.

To erase the account:

1. Go to Settings > General > Reset.
2. Tap "Erase All Content and Settings" at the bottom.
3. Enter the passcode if prompted.
4. Tap through the confirmation screens.

Once finished, the iPhone will reboot and no longer have your iCloud account on it. You'll have to walk through the setup process again.

And that's it! With access recovery, unlinking, Find My iPhone off, signing out, and resetting, you've fully deleted the iCloud account from your iPhone without needing the password.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some common questions about removing an iCloud account from iPhone without the password:

Can I delete iCloud while keeping data on my iPhone?

Yes, you can unlink the iPhone first which removes the account association while keeping data intact. Signing out of iCloud afterwards will delete synced data.

What if I don't have purchase proof or ID for account recovery?

Without proof of purchase or government-issued ID, Apple cannot verify your identity to help regain access. You'll need to provide this documentation.

Is there a way to bypass the iCloud activation lock?

No, there is no way to bypass the activation lock without the original Apple ID and password. Any service claiming otherwise is unsanctioned by Apple and risks bricking your device.

What happens if I erase the iPhone before unlinking iCloud?

Erasing the iPhone before unlinking it will keep the activation lock enabled. You'll need to enter the original Apple ID and password to use the device again.

Can I delete iCloud account without resetting iPhone?

No, you'll need to factory reset the iPhone after signing out of iCloud to fully delete the account. This erases all settings and data associated with that Apple ID.

I reset my iPhone but iCloud lock remains - what do I do?

This means Find My iPhone was still enabled during the reset process. You'll need to repeat the steps above for removing the iCloud account more carefully to resolve this.

Conclusion

Deleting an iCloud account from iPhone without the password takes more effort but is doable. The key steps are recovering account access, unlinking the device, turning Find My iPhone off, signing out of iCloud fully, and factory resetting the device. This will dissociate and erase the Apple ID completely.

Just be certain you have proper documentation to verify identity with Apple and backups of important data before proceeding. With some perseverance, you can reclaim your iPhone from a forgotten iCloud account.