How to Change Your Apple ID

This How.com.vn teaches you how to change the email address that you use to sign in to iCloud, the iTunes Store, and across Apple devices and services. If your Apple ID ends in @mac.com, @me.com, or @iCloud.com, it cannot be changed.^{[1]XResearch source}

Method 1

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Using a Web Browser

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Do so on all devices and services, such as iCloud and iTunes, that you're signed into with your current Apple ID.
Go to the Apple ID website. Do so by clicking the link to the left or by typing appleid.apple.com in the search field of any Internet-connected Web browser.
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Click on or tap ➲. It's on the right side of the "Password" field.
- If you have two-step verification enabled, tap or click on "Allow" on another device, then enter the six-digit code in the spaces on the screen.
It's a blue link on the right side of the screen under the "Account" section.
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Click on or tap Change Email Address. It's next to the email address under the "APPLE ID" section at the top of the window.^{[2]XExpert SourceLuigi Oppido
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- If your Apple ID ends in @mac.com, @me.com, or @iCloud.com, you will not see this option.
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Enter a new email address. Use an address that's neither already associated with an Apple ID nor likely to change soon.^{[3]XExpert SourceLuigi Oppido
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- If prompted, answer the security questions you set up with your Apple ID.
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Click on or tap Next. Apple will send an email with a verification code to your new email address.
- The button may read Continue, depending on the browser you're using.
Look for the message sent by Apple.
Type the code from the email message in the spaces that appear in the browser window.
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Sign in with your new Apple ID. You can now sign back in to your devices and Apple services with your new Apple ID.
- If you have two-step verification enabled, tap or click on "Allow" on another device, then enter the six-digit code in the spaces on the screen.

Method 2

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Using iPhone or iPad Running iOS 10.3

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Do so on all devices and services, such as iCloud and iTunes, that you're signed into with your current Apple ID, EXCEPT the device you're using to change your Apple ID.
It's a gray app with gears (⚙️) that's typically located on your home screen.
It's the section at the top of the screen that contains your name and image, if you've added one.
It's at the top of the first section.
It's a blue link on the right side of the screen next to "REACHABLE AT."
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Swipe left on your current Apple ID. It's the first email address in the list, with the words "Apple ID" in small text just below it.
- On some devices, you may need to tap a "-" next to the email address rather than swiping left.
- If your Apple ID ends in @mac.com, @me.com, or @iCloud.com, you will not be able to swipe left.
It's a red button to the right of your Apple ID.
You'll be prompted to choose another email address already associated with your Apple ID, if there is one, or to enter a new email address.
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Enter a new email address. Use an address that's neither already associated with an Apple ID nor likely to change soon.
- If prompted, answer the security questions you set up with your Apple ID or your Apple ID password.
Apple will send an email with a verification code to your new email address.
Look for the message sent by Apple.
Type the code from the email message in the spaces that appear on your device's screen.
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Sign in with your new Apple ID. You can now sign back in to your devices and Apple services with your new Apple ID.
- If you have two-step verification enabled, tap or click on "Allow" on another device, then enter the six-digit code in the spaces on the screen.

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Is changing your Apple ID difficult?
Luigi Oppido
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Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
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Computer & Tech Specialist
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Changing your Apple ID isn't difficult, but you may have to wait 24-72 hours for the change to roll through on your devices.
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What happens if I change my Apple ID on iPhone?
Luigi Oppido
Computer & Tech Specialist
Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
Luigi Oppido
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You may have to log in on all of your devices again using the new Apple ID email address.
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What email should I use for an Apple ID?
Luigi Oppido
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Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
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Pick an email that isn't already associated with an Apple ID. Additionally, the email address should be one you'll be using for a while.
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