If i change my apple ID will i lose my apps and photos?

if i change my apple id will i lose my apps and photos.

iPhone 11, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 5, 2021 3:16 PM

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Eric Root

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Posted on Dec 5, 2021 5:44 PM

You won't lose your apps and photos if you change the email address of your current Apple ID. If you create a new Apple ID, you will lose access to some of your data and all prior purchases.

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Eric Root

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Dec 5, 2021 5:44 PM in response to ashleymarne

You won't lose your apps and photos if you change the email address of your current Apple ID. If you create a new Apple ID, you will lose access to some of your data and all prior purchases.

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muguy

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Dec 5, 2021 3:42 PM in response to ashleymarne

See the related article above.

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