Why can’t I change my I.d email

I have tried to change my email for my apple i.d and it keeps saying it’s being used when I have never had an iPhone my partner gave me my last one so it is her email address to my account I’m trying to change it to my own thanks

iPhone 7, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 31, 2021 12:39 AM

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Jack-19

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Dec 31, 2021 5:40 AM in response to Terrylees1974

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities.

Please refer to this Apple Support article: Change your Apple ID - Apple Support.

Jack

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