Can't sign in to Apple ID, iCloud and internet accounts; probably because of deleted file from Library; how can I fix it?

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Can't sign in to Apple ID, iCloud and internet accounts; probably because of deleted file from Library; how can I fix it?

In the case of Apple ID, I keep getting a message "Verification failed. An unknown error occurred." The same when I try to create a new Apple ID.

My Mac also had automatically logged out from almost all the apps (iCloud, Mail, Calendar etc.) and "Add" button in "Internet Accounts" is inactive, so I can’t add it back.

The most probable cause - I deleted some file/files from the Library folder, but I have no idea which one and how to fix it. [Now I know deleting was a bad idea].

Just in case: my internet connection is ok, I have a correct password, I have no problem to log in at apple.com, the notebook is the only device I’m using Apple ID at.

Please, help me fix this!

Posted on Oct 2, 2020 7:09 AM

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Eric Root

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Oct 2, 2020 8:42 AM in response to jul-k

Are you running any anti - virus programs? Using a VPN?

Try setting up another admin user account in System Preferences/Users & Groups to see if the same problem continues. Also try the Safe Mode.

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