Session Status

Due to inactivity, your session will end in approximately 2 minutes. Extend your session by clicking OK below.

Due to inactivity, your session has expired. Please sign in again to continue.

Apple iPad - Activate / Set Up Device

2026-10-22 16:04:16.541

Apple iPad - Activate / Set Up Device

Here's how to quickly set up your iPad.
  • Accounts (e.g., Gmail, email, etc.) can be set up after activating the device (see Related Info section at the bottom of this page).
  • To prevent issues with activating or establishing a data connection:
    • If there is a current device connected to the Verizon network on this mobile number, verify that the old device is powered off prior to activating the new device.
    • If completing on-device activation using Wi-Fi, an active network must be available. If a Wi-Fi network is using a firewall, activations may fail.
  • For Apple iPad Pro (2021) and newer:
    • This device will ship without a physical SIM card.
      If a physical SIM card is preferred, ensure a 5G SIM card is inserted after the eSIM profile is activated.
    • Do not swap a SIM card from a previous 4G iPad model as it can result in activation issues.
    • The Apple iPad Pro 2021 and newer models only use one active SIM profile at a time and are not Dual SIM Dual Standby compatible at this time.
  • If troubleshooting, don't restore the device until all testing has been completed.
  • For Prepaid accounts, activate your Apple® iPad® online. For more info on Prepaid plans and service, view our Prepaid FAQs.
  • If your Apple iPad Pro (2021) or newer was purchased outside of Verizon follow the steps to add a cellular plan with an eSIM.
  • Verify the device has a charge.
  1. Press and hold the
    Power button
     (top-right edge) to power your new iPad on.
  2. Swipe up on the display, choose a language then tap a country or region.
    For devices with a Home button, press the
    Home button
     to choose a language.
  3. From the Appearance screen select one of the following then tap
    Continue
    :
    • Defualt
    • Medium
    • Large
  4. Tap
    Set Up Without Another Device
    .
    If Unavailable, tap
    Set Up Manually
    .
    If you have a previous device running iOS 11 or later, use Quick Start to complete auto sign-in.
  5. Tap the desired Wi-Fi network, enter the Wi-Fi password then tap
    Join
    .
    If activating an Apple iPad Pro (2021) or newer purchased from Verizon, once the device has been connected to a Wi-Fi connection, the eSIM profile will be automatically downloaded.
    If activating over the Verizon network, tap
    Use Cellular Connection
    .
  6. To continue, review the 'Data & Privacy' info then tap
    Continue
    .
  7. rom the Set Up iPad screen select one of the following:
    • Set Up for Myself
    • Set Up for Child in My Family
  8. Tap
    Continue
     to set up Face ID or Touch ID.
    If your device is not equipped with the Face ID or Touch ID features, tap
    Use Code
     to set up a passcode.
  9. Enter a passcode then re-enter the passcode.
    To select a different passcode option (e.g., Custom Numeric Code, 4-Digit Code, Don't Use Passcode, etc.) tap
    Passcode Options
    .
  11. Enter your Apple ID and password then tap
    Next
    .
    If you have an Apple ID already in use on another device, a verification code is sent to that device; you must enter this code to proceed with activation.
    If you don't have an Apple ID or have forgotten your sign-in info, refer to one of the following:
  12. To continue, review the Terms and Conditions then tap
    Agree
    .
  13. To set up your iPad with the recommended settings, tap
    Continue
    .
    If you'd like to customize your settings, tap
    Customize Settings
    .
  14. To get the latest features, security, and improvements automatically, tap
    Continue
    .
  15. To set up Apple Pay, tap
    Continue
     then follow the on-screen instructions.
    To skip this step, tap
    Set Up Later in Settings
    .
  16. To set up Siri, tap
    Continue
     then follow the on-screen instructions.
    To skip this step, tap
    Set Up Later in Settings
    .
  17. To receive weekly reports about your screen time and set limits for apps you want to manage, tap
    Continue
    .
    To skip this step, tap
    Set Up Later in Settings
    .
  18. To share app activity and crash data with app developers, tap
    Share with App Developers
    .
    If you don't want to share app activity and crash data with app developers, tap
    Don't Share
    .
  19. Review the tutorial screens then tap
    Continue
    .
  20. To begin using your iPad, swipe up on the display or tap 'Get Started'.