how can i change the login name on appstore?

I change my apple id but the old one still comes up on appstore when i need to login. How do i chang that?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 16

Posted on May 13, 2024 6:25 AM

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May 14, 2024 1:18 AM in response to joakim182

You need to set up an new App Store account with the new Apple ID.


On a Mac;

Open the System Settings app (in the Apple menu)

Chose your Apple ID

Choose Payment & Shipping

Add a payment method to your account details


On an iOS device;

Open the Settings app

Chose your Apple ID

Choose Payment & Shipping

Add a payment method to your account details


An App Store app is forever tied to the Apple ID used to acquire it (paid or free). The Apple ID is encoded into the licensed copy that is downloaded. It is in the copy's DNA. That is the only Apple ID that can redownload or update the app. You will not be able to update apps that you acquired with your old Apple ID with the new Apple ID. You will need to delete the apps and buy/get them again.


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