How to Unlock iPad When It Is Disabled?

Connect the iPad to a computer with Finder on Mac or iTunes on Windows or older macOS

Put the iPad into recovery mode

When prompted, choose Restore

Wait for the restore process to finish

Set up the iPad again

If prompted, sign in with the Apple ID used on the device

If you have a recent backup, restore your data during setup

If recovery mode does not work, use iCloud Find My to erase the iPad

Sign in to iCloud.com with the Apple ID linked to the iPad

Open Find My

Select the iPad

Choose Erase This Device

After erasing, set up the iPad again

If Activation Lock appears, enter the Apple ID and password previously used on the iPad

Contact Apple Support if you cannot access the Apple ID or cannot complete the restore

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