iCloud Bypass iPhone 5S to X and iPad A9–A11 (checkm8)

iCloud / Activation Lock bypass on iPhone 5S to X and A9-A11 iPad via checkm8. With or without signal by model. iOS 12 to 18, Windows and Mac.

Updated: September 5, 2026

Type
IMEI
Delivery
Instant
Coverage
Worldwide

Compatible models [12]

  • iPhone 5s
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6s Plus
  • iPhone SE
  • iPhone 7
  • iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone X
  • iPad (A9–A11)

What is this bypass?

Bypass of the iCloud Activation Lock on A9, A10 and A11 devices —iPhone 5S to X and iPads of those generations— using the checkm8 hardware exploit. It handles the "Hello" (Activation Lock) screen and, by model, the Passcode.

With or without signal?

  • With signal: available on several models (per the tool), keeping calls and data.
  • Without signal: the device works except for the mobile-network part.

The tool confirms the mode by model and iOS version (approx. iOS 12 to 18).

Which devices are covered?

iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, SE, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus and X, plus A9–A11 iPad.

With which tools?

Depending on the case we work with i-Activator, LPro Max, iRemove Tools, Minacriss (checkm8) and iHello HFZ, for Windows and macOS. Each has its own detail page.

Important conditions

  • checkm8 is a permanent A5–A11 exploit; A12 or newer devices are not compatible (they use another method).
  • The with/without signal mode depends on the model. No refund for an incorrect order.

Frequently asked questions

Does my iPhone 11 or newer fit here? No. From iPhone XR/XS onward (A12+) use the A12+ bypass.

What is checkm8? A bootrom exploit present in A5 to A11 chips that allows the bypass without the Apple ID password.

A specific tool? Yes: i-Activator, LPro Max and iRemove.