My Apple TV was set up using my ex husbands Apple ID. How can I change this?

I’m trying to use the Apple TV app on my iPhone as I’ve lost the remote. However I can’t log into the Apple TV as it was set up using my ex’s Apple ID. Is there anyway to change this to my Apple ID so I can use the device?

Posted on Dec 31, 2019 2:35 AM

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Posted on Dec 31, 2019 3:55 AM

You can reset the unit and set up again with your own credentials.

Reset or restore your Apple TV to its factory settings - Apple Support


Depending on your model Apple TV, you may need a functional remote to do the initial setup and link the iPhone app. You could borrow one temporarily, or buy a replacement remote.


If you lost the remote for your Apple TV - Apple Support

Set up the Apple TV Remote on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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Dec 31, 2019 3:55 AM in response to Kms77jazz

You can reset the unit and set up again with your own credentials.

Reset or restore your Apple TV to its factory settings - Apple Support


Depending on your model Apple TV, you may need a functional remote to do the initial setup and link the iPhone app. You could borrow one temporarily, or buy a replacement remote.


If you lost the remote for your Apple TV - Apple Support

Set up the Apple TV Remote on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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