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Q: Deauthorizing computers

I apparently have over 5 computers associated with my account, did not deauthooize past computers.  To add my new computer do i deauthorize ALL computers, then immediately go back in and add my current computers?

MacBook Pro with Retina display, iOS 7.0.3

Posted on Dec 31, 2013 12:21 PM

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  • by Kappy,

    Kappy Kappy Dec 31, 2013 12:22 PM in response to fotoman1951
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    Dec 31, 2013 12:22 PM in response to fotoman1951

    De-authorizing Computers (contributed by user John Galt)

     

    You can de-authorize individual computers, but only by using those computers. The only other option is to "de-authorize all" from your iTunes account.

     

      1. Open iTunes on a computer

      2. From the Store menu, select "View my Account..."

      3. Sign in with your Apple ID and password.

      4. Under "Computer Authorizations" select "De-authorize All".

      5. Authorize each computer you still have, as you may require.

     

    You may only do this once per year.

     

    After you "de-authorize all" your authorized computers, re-authorize each one as required.

     

    If you have de-authorized all computers and need to do it again, but your year has not elapsed, then contact: Apple - Support - iTunes - Contact Us.

     

    For more information on authorization and de-authorization: iTunes Store- About authorization and deauthorization.