Lock Macbook M1 Portable - Bypass Activation

This article does not condone theft. Bypassing Activation Lock on a stolen device is illegal in most jurisdictions (Computer Fraud and Abuse Act in the US, Computer Misuse Act in the UK). The methods described below assume you have proof of purchase .

If you own the device but are locked out, you have two options: bypass activation lock macbook m1

If you have an M1 MacBook stuck on the "Activation Lock" screen (a globe icon with a gray password field), do not attempt to erase it repeatedly. Here is the correct workflow: This article does not condone theft

Here is why they fail on M1:

If you are the rightful owner but forgot your login, Apple provides a recovery path. Reset via Apple ID: bypass activation lock macbook m1