Can I change my Apple ID email without losing games that I purchased on all of my devices? Will I have to start them all over?

I have my phone and my kids devices linked to my Apple ID. I want to update it to the email I use but don’t want them to lose their games or progress (or mine)

Posted on Aug 26, 2020 7:55 PM

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Posted on Aug 26, 2020 8:10 PM

If you do a name change on your current Apple ID, you shouldn't lose access to your existing data and purchases. Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change.        


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support    I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.

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Aug 26, 2020 8:10 PM in response to terie192

If you do a name change on your current Apple ID, you shouldn't lose access to your existing data and purchases. Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change.        


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support    I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.

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