Shared iCloud will not show up on a family member device

My device shows that I have shared my iCloud+ subscription with another family member, but it’s not be used. Then on the family member’s device, it doesn’t show that it is available.

iPhone 11

Posted on Aug 20, 2023 12:46 PM

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Posted on Aug 22, 2023 4:55 AM

We already had every family member on unique appleID’s. What I discovered to correct the issue, was that I had to STOP sharing my iCloud+ subscription with my family and the start sharing it again. Once I did that, all family members were added to the list instead of just the two that were originally on the list.

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Aug 22, 2023 4:55 AM in response to danakayw

We already had every family member on unique appleID’s. What I discovered to correct the issue, was that I had to STOP sharing my iCloud+ subscription with my family and the start sharing it again. Once I did that, all family members were added to the list instead of just the two that were originally on the list.

Aug 21, 2023 1:36 PM in response to Kords012

Hey there Kords012,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We'll be happy to help with your iCloud account. The best way to proceed is to set up separate, individual Apple ID's for each family member. Then, use Family Sharing to share things like subscriptions, storage, apps and purchases.


The following resource explains in more detail: Make sure that each family member has a unique Apple ID - Apple Support


Take care.


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