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Switch Apple ID

I am currently using another Apple ID for my iPhone 11 Pro max & MacBook Pro.


I would like to switch my Apple ID for these devices to another Apple ID while keeping all Apps as is. How to do so? Thx

Posted on Jul 7, 2021 9:42 PM

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Posted on Jul 8, 2021 6:51 AM

Sign out on the one you are using, sign in on the other. Apps that are present on the device will stay there but you will need the old ID to update them or re-download them should you need to.


Sign out of iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV, or Mac --> https://support.apple.com/HT208242


Click on this link to learn how to 'Sign in with your Apple ID' --> https://support.apple.com/HT204053


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Jul 8, 2021 6:51 AM in response to ihab229

Sign out on the one you are using, sign in on the other. Apps that are present on the device will stay there but you will need the old ID to update them or re-download them should you need to.


Sign out of iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV, or Mac --> https://support.apple.com/HT208242


Click on this link to learn how to 'Sign in with your Apple ID' --> https://support.apple.com/HT204053


Jul 8, 2021 8:07 AM in response to ihab229

When changing to the new ID, there may be some data loss, but you can minimize it. If syncing photos with iCloud, ensure Optimization is turned off in Settings/Your Name/iCloud/Photos and/or in Photos/Preferences/iCloud. Then make sure full resolution photos are on the device/computer. When signing out of iCloud, if asked whether you want to retain data, choose yes. Messages conversations will be lost if they are addressed to the ID. See the article below for other places that the old ID should be removed. See Winston Churchill's response in the below discussion. If possible, also set up Family Sharing  between the IDs to keep access to your apps/purchases. 


 How to switch Apple IDs on your iPhone or iPad.      


How to transfer all files from one iCloud account to another.       


What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support.      


Family Sharing.         


Family Sharing - Set up.        

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