Incorrect Apple Account for app updates

When i want to update an app,it says “the apple account(zhe*******ni@gmail.com),or password is incorrect.”The password is right but the apple account isn,

't cause my apple account actually is “turh********i@icloud.com”.I only can type the password but it won't let me change the account.That's why i can't update any apps.


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Original Title: Wrong apple account

Posted on Oct 20, 2025 1:14 PM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2025 1:25 PM

That app was downloaded to your device using a different Apple Account. You will not be able to update the app without providing the Password for the account that downloaded it, but you can delete the app and download it under your current Apple Account.

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