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Hello i used the wrong APPLE id to start up my phone how can i change it?

I need help to change my Apple ID how do i go about it.


Posted on Dec 13, 2021 4:16 AM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2021 6:37 AM

Sign out of the old account if necessary; sign in with the new one.


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


If another Apple ID is signed in you may need to enter the password for that ID to sign out of that ID first.


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

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Dec 13, 2021 6:37 AM in response to Charitys-

Sign out of the old account if necessary; sign in with the new one.


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


If another Apple ID is signed in you may need to enter the password for that ID to sign out of that ID first.


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

Dec 13, 2021 9:32 AM in response to Charitys-

If you are the original owner, contact Apple. Apple can remove the ID  if provided the required paperwork to include the original purchase receipt with the serial number on it. 


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You used to be able to take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store (if it has reopened) and have them remove the ID. This may have changed, so call the store before going to make sure they can help.


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Dec 13, 2021 10:52 AM in response to Charitys-

Apple can completely reset a device if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not state what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership).


Apple recommends you "Keep your receipt after you buy an Apple device" --> https://support.apple.com/HT202711


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