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How to Remove Apple ID from AirPods Without Previous Owner

When you get a second-hand AirPods, how can you do to remove Apple ID from them? Find ways in this guide and you can regain full control of your AirPods in simple clicks!

Kathy by Kathy Updated March 25, 2025
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As Apple’s official wireless earbuds for iOS users, AirPods deliver exceptional audio quality, allowing you to enjoy music, TV shows, and other content with seamless wireless listening. This has made them increasingly popular, even among budget-conscious users who opt for second-hand AirPods to pair with their iPhones or iPads.

However, pre-owned AirPods may still be linked to the previous owner’s Apple ID. So, how can you do to remove Apple ID from AirPods? This guide provides a step-by-step solution to reset ownership securely.

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1. How to remove Apple ID from AirPods without previous owner

Once you get your AirPods, then you need to set up to pair them with your iPhone. Here you will get a message on your device to tell you that they are already paired with another Apple ID. You can remove the Apple ID from your AirPods with assistance from the previous owner.

Step 1. Launch the Find My app on your iPhone/iPad or other iOS devices > Log in to the previous Apple ID that paired to your AirPods on your device.

Step 2. Click the Device to see all the details about the linked devices > Select your AirPods > Tap Remove This Device > Remove to delete your AirPods from this Apple ID.

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Then the Apple ID can be deleted, and you can regain full control of your AirPods and log in with your own Apple ID as you like.

2. How to reset AirPods without previous owner

If you can't contact the previous owner of the AirPods, you can reset the AirPods to pair them with your device again. Resetting your AirPods is a simple process that takes just a few seconds. Follow these steps to reset them and pair them again with your iPhone.

Step 1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone > Tap Bluetooth and locate your AirPods in the list of paired devices > Tap the "i" icon next to your AirPods' name > Select Forget This Device to remove the connection.

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Step 2. Open the AirPods case lid > Press and hold the button on the back of the case for 10 seconds until the status light flashes amber > When the AirPods enter pairing mode, tap Connect on your iPhone to re-establish the connection.

Bonus: How to remove Apple ID from iPhone without password

If you need to delete Apple ID from your iPhone, a professional iOS device unlocker named FoneTool Unlocker will be your best helper. With its powerful features, you can efficiently finish the process in simple clicks.

Highlights:
· Remove Apple ID from iPhone/iPad without entering a password to help you regain full control of your device.
· When the Find My feature is not enabled on your device, all current data will be kept.
· Stable and safe unlock process protects all your iPhone/iPad data from loss.
· Various iOS devices (iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch) and iOS versions are supported, even the latest ones.

Now you can download FoneTool Unlocker on your computer and follow the guidance below to delete Apple ID from your iOS device.

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Step 1. Install FoneTool Unlocker on your PC > Connect your iPhone to the computer via a USB cable > Tap Trust on your device to continue.

Step 2. Launch FoneTool Unlocker > Choose the Remove Apple ID option.

⚠️ Note: If your iPhone has enabled the Find My feature, you may need to back up iPhone data first to protect your current data.

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Step 3. Set a backup password as instructed > Click OK to continue.

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Step 4. Confirm the on-screen instructions > Click Remove Now to unlink your Apple ID from the device.

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Once the process is finished, you can click Back to Home Page to use your iPhone freely.

FAQs about how to remove AirPods from Apple ID

1. How to remove AirPods from Apple ID without iPhone?

To remove AirPods from your Apple ID without an iPhone, you can access iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID, then navigate to Find My and select All Devices to remove the AirPods from your Apple Account.

2. What can you do when you can't remove AirPods from Apple ID?

If you're having trouble removing AirPods from your Apple ID, you can try unpairing them from your devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.) and then removing them from the Find My app on iCloud.com.

Conclusion

Now you can know how to remove Apple ID from AirPods without previous owner. You can delete your AirPods from the account or reset them in simple clicks. If you need a way to remove Apple ID from your iPhone without password, you can choose FoneTool Unlocker to finish the process efficiently!

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