Cannot create second AppleID for developer projects

The root cause of the issue is (I believe) not having a second phone number to use. I don't want to use my personal AppleID for my games and would prefer that to be my business email/AppleID for a number of reasons.


During account creation, I verify via SMS with my iPhone number and get the error for "this number cannot be used to verify at this time." I assume that's because it's in use for my personal AppleID. I tried using Google Voice to generate a number for OTP delivery but Google Voice won't let me add a new number. I tried a similar app called TextNow but that SMS gave the same error when entered.


Is there no way to make a separate 'profile' similar to Google or any recommendations on how to create a business account if you only have 1 valid phone number? I paid for the dev account back in college on my personal AppleID and now that I'm getting serious about development I'd like to separate them but don't want to buy a functioning 2nd cellular plan to do-so (ideally).


Thank you for any suggestions!



Posted on Apr 16, 2025 9:04 AM

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Apr 16, 2025 11:20 PM in response to Kioseth

Re: "Cannot create second AppleID for developer projects ....."

and .".... getting serious about development ,,,,,"


Wondering if it is an Apple Developer Account you need really:

For a new account:

Seems you can either join as an individual

or

enroll an organisation

See: Become a member - Apple Developer Program


If more support is needed:

You might want to start from this Apple Developer Support website (link below):

There's a blue "Get Started" link for contact with the experts .

Eg: says: Contact us by phone or email

If you have questions about membership, your account, or app management, we can help.

Support - Apple Developer

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