Apple Removes iCloud Activation Lock: Here’s How To Check Your Lock Status

Apple recently removed its Activation Lock status checker on iCloud.com. The tool doesn't allow users to input the serial figure or IMEI of an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Determining whether the gadgets are secured with Activation Lock cannot be monitored as well.

The iCloud page that housed the tool now became a not found page, which is also known as 404 error. Furthermore, Apple recently taken off the succeeding reference to the tool from a linked Find My iPhone support document. 

Mac Rumors reported how to inspect for Activation Lock before buying a second-hand device. Buyers of Apple devices from unauthorized Apple reseller must make sure that these are no longer connected to the former user's account.

The existing Activation Lock condition of a device can be checked at icloud.com/activationlock from any Mac or PC. Apple actually didn't clear up why it removed the page.

Activation Lock functions to hinder anyone from using somebody's iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch. A device with Activation Lock asks the Apple ID and password of the owner just in case someone stole it.

Activation Lock was launched together with iOS 7. The tool to assess the Activation Lock degree of a device was available since October 2014.

According to AppleInsider, Activation Lock is also present in the latest watchOS 2. This indicates that numerous individuals buying a second-hand Watch or iOS device have the chance of attaining malfunctioning hardware. The change might also uplift the black market or even increment cases of robberies.

People from cities such as New York City and San Francisco need to be highly watchful for thieves and snatchers. Therefore, the Activation Lock in Apple devices is very helpful for the victims. Apple outlets have rarely become a victim in smash-and-grab raids in a company that preferred glass fronts.