Apple ID change
If I change my Apple ID will I lose my photos, and files?
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If you change the email address that is now your Apple ID email address, you won't lose any data or purchases. Note the restrictions in the article.
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.
If you create a new Apple ID, you will lose access to some of your data and all prior purchases. 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.