Can I have 2 Apple IDs?
You can have two Apple Id’s assigned to two different services (i.e. one for iCloud and one for iTunes and App Store) you can also have previous purchases authorized to old Apple ID’s which may receive random popups to sign into an old Apple ID or a friend’s Apple ID.
How do I create a new Apple ID without losing everything?
Sign out of the common Apple ID, to include FaceTime and Messages, create a new ID for yourself, and then sign back in. The contents of the phone should remain intact. Purchases are tied to the Apple ID that was used to purchase them, so they would have to be obtained by the new Apple ID.
Can I delete my Apple ID and make a new one?
Answer: A: You cannot delete an Apple ID. But you can change an associated email address or create a new one.
What happens if you change Apple ID on iPhone?
Changing your Apple ID will not cause you to lose contacts. If you don’t already have an Apple ID, create one now at id.apple.com. Then, on your iPhone, go to Settings > iCloud, and delete the account. Also, sign out of the old Apple ID under Settings > Messages, Settings > Facetime and Settings > iTunes & App Stores.
Should I delete old Apple ID?
It shouldn’t delete them, but you won’t be able to update any of the previously purchased apps, and you may lose access to some of your data. I would like to delete the Apple ID because of security reasons.
How do I delete an old Apple ID without the password?
You cannot sign out of or delete an account without knowing the password. That’s basic account security. So you will have to recover the account and reset the password first. The device is an iPhone 4 with iOS version 7.2.
How do I separate iphones from the same Apple ID?
To migrate to a separate account she will have to go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account, provide the password for the current account to turn off Find My iPhone when prompted (if she’s running iOS 7), choose Keep on My iPhone (to keep a copy of the iCloud data on her phone), then sign back in with a different Apple
Can you switch Apple ID on iPhone?
Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap your Apple ID banner at the top of the screen. Scroll to the bottom and tap Sign Out. Remember, when you switch accounts, the data on your iPhone will merge with the new Apple ID data.
How can I get someone else’s Apple ID off my iPhone if I don’t know the password?
Use the Find My iPhone app
- Open the Find My iPhone app.
- When a Sign In screen appears, make sure the Apple ID field is empty. If you see someone else’s user name, erase it.
- Tap Forgot Apple ID or Password, then follow the onscreen steps.
Why is my iPhone asking for another Apple ID password?
A request for another Apple ID password is often caused by updates to apps/purchases that were made when using the other ID. Those purchases are tied to the other ID and can’t be transferred. One option is to delete the apps/purchases made by the other ID and download them using the new ID if desired.
Will a factory reset remove my Apple ID?
It isn’t true. Erase all content and settings wipes the phone and returns it to it’s out of the box condition. Finally Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
Why is my Apple ID showing up instead of my phone number?
Go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive > Start New Conversations From and see if you can select your number. If your phone number isn’t listed on an iPod touch or iPad, follow these steps: Update to the latest version of iOS. Verify that you’re using the same Apple ID that you’re using on your iPhone.
How do I make my phone number show up instead of iCloud?
In your Settings go to Messages> Send & Receive and you should be able to set your preferences from there. Go to the “Start New Conversations From:” section and set your phone number to be the default.
How do I use my phone number instead of Apple ID?
Set up your phone number
Go to Settings > Messages and make sure that iMessage is on. You might need to wait a moment for it to activate. Tap Send & Receive. If you see “Use your Apple ID for iMessage,” tap it and sign in with the same Apple ID that you use on your Mac, iPad, and iPod touch.
Can I find my Apple ID using my phone number?
You can see if you’re signed in with your Apple ID on iCloud.com or by going to your Apple ID account page. You can also look up your Apple ID by entering the full name and email address associated with your Apple ID. If your mobile phone number is your Apple ID, you might not be able to look up your Apple ID.
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