2 Apple IDs in one device

Hi,


I have 2 apple IDs in one device, one for Icloud and the other one for purchasing (apps ID), i really wanted to backup a whatsapp data, but my icloud storage is limited, and wanting to purchase more space in Icloud.

the thing is my icloud in one apple ID, and apps (including whatsapp) are all downloaded by another apple ID (which its in the device too for purchasing), i really don't know which apple ID in can upgrade it's storage!

if i would upgrade the apple ID that connected with Icloud, will be able to backup whatsapp data on it (while it was downloaded by a different apple ID)?


thanks

iPhone XS Max, iOS 14

Posted on Jun 5, 2021 6:31 AM

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Posted on Jun 5, 2021 6:51 AM

If you purchase extra iCloud storage using the iCloud ID, you should be able to backup all the data on the phone, including app data for apps downloaded using the App Store/iTunes ID.


Back up – What does iCloud back up


If you decide to switch to using one ID, as suggested above, you can try setting up Family Sharing between the IDs if you want to be able to share purchases made with the IDs.


Family Sharing.         


Family Sharing - Set up.       

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Jun 5, 2021 6:51 AM in response to AyedD

If you purchase extra iCloud storage using the iCloud ID, you should be able to backup all the data on the phone, including app data for apps downloaded using the App Store/iTunes ID.


Back up – What does iCloud back up


If you decide to switch to using one ID, as suggested above, you can try setting up Family Sharing between the IDs if you want to be able to share purchases made with the IDs.


Family Sharing.         


Family Sharing - Set up.       

Jun 5, 2021 6:35 AM in response to AyedD

Why do you feel you need to have two Apple ID's? You are able to use the same one for all of this.


If you do decide to stick to use one Apple ID, you should remember that apps must be downloaded and updated on the same Apple ID


For example)

You purchased and downloaded Shazam on Apple ID 1 but you recently changed your Apple ID, you won't be able to update Shazam on Apple ID 2 so you'd need to uninstall it and reinstall it using Apple ID 2


To get more information about purchasing more storage for iCloud go here.

Jun 5, 2021 7:01 AM in response to Ijustwanttolookattheforums

I had an issues with apple ID when i had my first iphone long time ago and thats why i have 1 apple ids in one device.


now am moving my stuff to a new device, but the issues i can't backup whatsapp's data as the storage is limited, and i dont want to loss this data.


I would like now to stick to 1 apple id, but i don't want to loss whatsapp data by re-installing whatsapp.

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