Are you encountering the dreaded "Apple Watch Locked to Owner" message? What to do if Apple Watch is locked to owner? The message is a security measure taken to prevent your Apple Watch from unauthorized use by other people. It often happens when you bought a second-hand Apple Watch or reset their own Apple Watch and forgot their Apple ID credentials. Fortunately, you can bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner suing safe methods introduced in this guide.

• Part 1. What Does Apple Watch Locked to Owner Mean?
• Part 2. How to Unlock Apple Watch Locked to Owner (Apple-approved)
  • Method 1. Get Rid of Apple Watch Locked to Owner via the Watch App
  • Method 2. Remove Apple Watch Locked to Owner via the Find My App
  • Method 3. Turn Off Apple Watch Locked to Owner at iCloud.com
  • Method 4. Get Past Apple Watch Locked to Owner at account.apple.com
• Part 3. How to Bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner (No Password Required)
• Part 4. Bonus Tip: Fix iPhone/iPad Locked to Owner without Password
• Part 5. FAQs about Apple Watch Locked to Owner
• Part 6. Conclusion

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Part 1. What Does Apple Watch Locked to Owner Mean?

What Does Apple Watch Locked to Owner Mean?

When you come across the message — Apple Watch Locked to Owner, it means the Activation Lock is enabled. This feature is automatically turned on when the watch is paired with an iPhone that has Find My activated. The Activation Lock is tied to the Apple ID used to set up the device. Without entering your Apple ID credentials, you cannot pair, erase, or use the Apple Watch — even after a factory reset.

Why Is Apple Watch Locked to Owner?

This is Apple's way of deterring theft. If someone steals or finds a lost Apple Watch, they can't simply wipe it for use as their own. It's also a strong security feature for users who misplace their devices. The following are reasons why your Apple Watch says Apple Watch Locked to Owner.

Reason 1. Purchased a Second-hand Apple Watch. You may have purchased a used Apple Watch from Facebook Marketplace, eBay, or Local resellers. In many cases, the seller forgot to remove their Apple ID, or worse, the device may have been stolen.

Reason 2. Reset without Signing Out. If you performed a factory reset on your Apple Watch without unpairing it properly from the paired iPhone, the Activation Lock remains tied to your Apple ID. You would receive Apple Watch Locked to Owner after factory reset.

How to Fix Apple Watch Locked to Owner?

Unlocking an Apple Watch locked to its original owner isn't easy — but there are still several official methods to help you unlock an Apple Watch locked by the owner. If you're the owner, you can remove the Activation Lock with your Apple ID and password at any time. For those second-hand users, it's still possible to bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner without previous owner's Apple ID password using a third-party service.

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Part 2. How to Unlock Apple Watch Locked to Owner (Apple-approved)

With those Apple-approved methods, you can easily remove Apple Watch Locked to Owner, then use your device as normal. The following methods are helpful if you have your Apple ID credentials. Let's dive into how to unlock Apple Watch Locked to Owner.

Method 1. Get Rid of Apple Watch Locked to Owner via the Watch App

The Watch app is preinstalled on the iPhone that lets you customize your Apple Watch, install apps, and sync content with your iPhone. If you have an iPhone paired with your Apple Watch, then it's easy to remove the Activation Lock. Follow the steps below to unlock Apple Watch Locked to Owner with the Watch app.

Step 1. Launch the Watch app on your iPhone.

Step 2. Press on My Watch, then tap All Watches on the screen.

Step 3. Tap the "i" symbol next to your Apple Watch icon.

Step 4. Scroll down to tap Unpair Apple Watch.

Step 5. Enter your Apple ID password and tap Unpair to confirm.

Method 2. Remove Apple Watch Locked to Owner via the Find My App

In addition to using the Watch app, the Find My app helps Apple users manage their devices where they use the same Apple ID. By using the Find My app, you can disable the Find My feature and remove the Activation Lock from your Apple Watch. Here's how to.

Step 1. Fire up the Find My app on your iPhone first.

Step 2. Touch on Devices at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3. Choose your Apple Watch from the device list.

Step 4. Tap Erase This Device > Continue.

Step 5. Enter your Apple ID password to confirm.

Method 3. Turn Off Apple Watch Locked to Owner at iCloud.com

At iCloud.com, you can remotely mark lost, erase, or control your Apple device. Even if you don't have an iPhone around you, it doesn't matter. You can navigate to iCloud.com on any internet network connected device to remove the Activation Lock from your Apple Watch.

Step 1. Sign in to iCloud.com using your Apple ID and password.

Step 2. In the Menu, click Find My and select your Apple Watch in the All Devices list.

Step 3. Click Remove from Account, then click it again in the pop-up window.

Step 4. Enter your Apple ID password to confirm.

Method 4. Get Past Apple Watch Locked to Owner at account.apple.com

Accessing to account.apple.com is another method to remove Apple Watch Locked to Owner by entering your Apple ID and password. On this site, you can manage your devices linked to your Apple ID. Here's how to remove Apple Watch from your Apple ID account.

Step 1. Navigate to account.apple.com and sign into with your Apple ID credentials.

Step 2. Select the Devices option in the sidebar, then find your Apple Watch.

Step 3. Click Remove from Account and enter your Apple ID password.

Step 4. Click Remove to confirm, then the Activation Lock will be removed.

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Part 3. How to Bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner  (No Password Required)

Sometimes, you can't get in touch with the previous owner. At this point, it's a bit difficult to unlock an Apple Watch locked by the owner. But it's still possible. By using some third-party services, you're able to bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner even though you can't access the previous Apple ID password.

No.1 IMEIUnlockSIM iCloud Activation Lock Removal Services

IMEIUnlockSIM offers fast, secure, and permanent iCloud Activation Lock removal services for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Whether you've purchased a second-hand device that's still linked to the previous owner's iCloud account or forgotten your own credentials, this service provides a hassle-free solution to unlock your device remotely.

Step 1. Navigate to IMEIUnlockSIM and click Select Devices.

Step 2. Choose Apple Watch Any Model in the pop-up device list.

Step 3. Enter your IMEI code, then click Unlock NOW.

No.2 Unlock iWatch

Unlock iWatch is your trusted solution for removing the iCloud Activation Lock on any Apple Watch model, including Series 1 through Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra. If you're using a second-hand Apple Watch with the previous owner's iCloud account, or you've forgotten your credentials, this service can help you regain full access quickly and securely.

Step 1. Download and install Unlock iWatch on your computer.

Step 2. Put your Apple Watch into DFU Mode.

Step 3. Click Order Unlock to purchase a license.

Step 4. Click Unlock to remove the Activation Lock.

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Part 4. Bonus Tip: Fix iPhone/iPad Locked to Owner without Password

What should you do if your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is locked to the owner? Entering the Apple ID password naturally unlocks the device directly. But if for some reason you are unable to do so, then MagFone Activation Unlocker is definitely the best choice. To help you quickly and safely bypass the Activation Lock, MagFone Activation Unlocker has designed clear and concise guides for users on each operation page. Even if you don't have any technical knowledge, you can easily bypass the activation lock by following the instructions below.

Step 1Select Remove iCloud Activation Lock

Access the MagFone program on a computer and link the computer and your device. Click on the Remove iCloud Activation Lock tab on the main interface and click Start.

Step 2Go to Jailbreak Your Device on a PC

Then you should jailbreak your device, you can jailbreak the device on a Windows PC or Mac. There is a comprehensive guide to downloading a jailbreak tool on the screen and you can check the tutorials below as well.

Step 3Finish the Activation Lock Removal

After the jailbreak, you need to verify the device information on the screen. If it's right, click Start to Remove to get rid of the Activation Lock on your device. After the whole process, your device is unlocked.

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Part 5. FAQs about Apple Watch Locked to Owner

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Part 6. Conclusion

And voila! That's all! You'll find the answer to fix Apple Watch Locked to Owner in this article. Here you can follow the official methods to bypass Apple Watch Locked to Owner with your Apple ID and password. Also, without an Apple ID and password, you can unlock Apple Watch Locked to Owner using third-party services. By the way, if your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch has received the same message, MagFone Activation Unlocker is the quickest option.