How do I change my Apple ID number?

My first apple account I’ve got my log in details but I haven’t got the phone number to receive the verification code wat can I do??



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Posted on Jun 28, 2024 2:01 PM

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Posted on Jun 28, 2024 3:39 PM

If you can still sign into your account on another device you can investigate adding more ways to get a code such as multiple telephone numbers where you can receive a text or a phone call. This is based on the section "About trusted phone numbers and trusted devices" in the article: Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


To see, add, or change your trusted phone numbers use one of these methods:

● On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Go to Settings > your name > Password & Security. Next to Trusted Phone Number, tap Edit.

● On a Mac computer choose Apple menu  > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click your name (or Apple ID). Click Password & Security, then add or remove a trusted phone number.

● Using a web browser:

1) Go to https://appleid.apple.com and sign in.

2) Follow security options until you find one letting you change trusted numbers,

3) Click "+" to add a new number (you may be required to verify this number).

4) If you wish to remove an old number, click "-" next to the number.


Similar information for the iPhone can be found here --> Use two-factor authentication for your Apple ID on iPhone - Apple Support


If you had set up an Account Recovery Contact ( Set up an account recovery contact - Apple Support ) you can also get a code that way.


In a situation where a non-functioning device with cellular service was the only trusted device, transfer the cellular service to another device so you can receive a verification code on the other device instead.


If you can’t sign in, access a trusted device, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery to regain access to your account. This article explains how to recover your Apple ID after a waiting period - How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password - Apple Support One tip to using account recovery it to look for options in small blue letters beneath the normal log-in items if you cannot complete the requested information. The post by shoeluvr13 at this link provides additional detail about the account recovery process: Activation Lockout Issues - Apple Community


You should consider making sure you have multiple trusted devices and telephone numbers (ask a friend or a relative).


You may also wish to read the articles 'Two-factor authentication for Apple ID' ( Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support ) and 'Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication' ( Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support ). Various sections contain information that is useful in understanding about the trusted devices (an iPhone, iPad, or Mac that Apple knows is yours) system, and how to get a verification code on a trusted device or at a telephone number.



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Jun 28, 2024 3:39 PM in response to KnucklesBee

If you can still sign into your account on another device you can investigate adding more ways to get a code such as multiple telephone numbers where you can receive a text or a phone call. This is based on the section "About trusted phone numbers and trusted devices" in the article: Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


To see, add, or change your trusted phone numbers use one of these methods:

● On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Go to Settings > your name > Password & Security. Next to Trusted Phone Number, tap Edit.

● On a Mac computer choose Apple menu  > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click your name (or Apple ID). Click Password & Security, then add or remove a trusted phone number.

● Using a web browser:

1) Go to https://appleid.apple.com and sign in.

2) Follow security options until you find one letting you change trusted numbers,

3) Click "+" to add a new number (you may be required to verify this number).

4) If you wish to remove an old number, click "-" next to the number.


Similar information for the iPhone can be found here --> Use two-factor authentication for your Apple ID on iPhone - Apple Support


If you had set up an Account Recovery Contact ( Set up an account recovery contact - Apple Support ) you can also get a code that way.


In a situation where a non-functioning device with cellular service was the only trusted device, transfer the cellular service to another device so you can receive a verification code on the other device instead.


If you can’t sign in, access a trusted device, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery to regain access to your account. This article explains how to recover your Apple ID after a waiting period - How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password - Apple Support One tip to using account recovery it to look for options in small blue letters beneath the normal log-in items if you cannot complete the requested information. The post by shoeluvr13 at this link provides additional detail about the account recovery process: Activation Lockout Issues - Apple Community


You should consider making sure you have multiple trusted devices and telephone numbers (ask a friend or a relative).


You may also wish to read the articles 'Two-factor authentication for Apple ID' ( Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support ) and 'Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication' ( Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support ). Various sections contain information that is useful in understanding about the trusted devices (an iPhone, iPad, or Mac that Apple knows is yours) system, and how to get a verification code on a trusted device or at a telephone number.



Jun 28, 2024 3:01 PM in response to KnucklesBee

Hi KnucklesBee,

welcome to the Apple (user-to-user) Community!


Re: first apple account: haven’t got the phone number to receive the verification code


Seems having more than one Apple Account can be troublesome.


See if you can get a verification code from a computer or device that is "trusted"

ie: listed in your first Apple account. If so, you can log-in and update your phone number.

See: Verification code - how to get one and sign in with two-factor authentication.  


If you do not have a trusted computer or device listed in that account, see if you can use account recovery as explained in the link at bottom of the article.


Allow 24 hours for the change of phone number to update wherever the number is used for Apple

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You might want to check out how verification works ... and see if there's anything useful to you.

Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support

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If you just forgot the phone number that you use with your first Apple Account you can look it up

or check if you're already signed in to an app or service.


See what to do If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support

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If needed:

Apple ID online Log-in:

https://appleid.apple.com/


You can reach out and "get support" from the link at the bottom of Apple ID Support webpage:

https://support.apple.com/apple-id


All the best :-)

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