You can make a difference in the Apple Support Community!

When you sign up with your Apple Account, you can provide valuable feedback to other community members by upvoting helpful replies and User Tips.

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

Changing Apple ID

If I change my apple ID to another email address will I not loose my files/data saved on my Macbook?

Posted on Dec 4, 2021 8:40 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Dec 4, 2021 8:45 PM

You won't because the ID should change on the computer too. The ID isn't really "on" any single device, it is universal between all devices using that account.


However, "After you change your Apple ID email address or password, you might need to update your sign-in information with any Apple services you're using" Click on this link to read "What to do after [or before] you change your Apple ID email address or password" --> https://support.apple.com/HT204071



1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Dec 4, 2021 8:45 PM in response to OgieM

You won't because the ID should change on the computer too. The ID isn't really "on" any single device, it is universal between all devices using that account.


However, "After you change your Apple ID email address or password, you might need to update your sign-in information with any Apple services you're using" Click on this link to read "What to do after [or before] you change your Apple ID email address or password" --> https://support.apple.com/HT204071



Changing Apple ID

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.