iPhone / iPad activation lock status check prior to purchase

[Grant]

Not sure if this has been posted before.

Apple has released a tool that now lets potential buyers check to see if the Activation Lock on the handset is switched on, and whether the device needs a password to use.
Apple's online tool lets buyers check the status of a second-hand device. If Activation Lock is enabled, it means the handset is locked and needs a password to access.

https://www.icloud.com/activationlock/