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Incorrect Apple ID needed for updating apps

Why do I need to sign into my Apple ID to update my apps.

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Dec 12, 2022 5:01 PM

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Posted on Dec 12, 2022 8:35 PM

Because the Apple ID used to acquire an app is the only ID that can update or redownload the app.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 13.0.1; Watch, series 7 GPS/cellular, watchOS 9; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 16.1.2; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16.1.2; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 16.1; HomePods, audioOS 15.5.1 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

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Dec 12, 2022 8:35 PM in response to Hitstick

Because the Apple ID used to acquire an app is the only ID that can update or redownload the app.


M1 Mac mini, macOS 13.0.1; Watch, series 7 GPS/cellular, watchOS 9; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 16.1.2; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 16.1.2; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 16.1; HomePods, audioOS 15.5.1 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

Incorrect Apple ID needed for updating apps

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