How to change the Apple ID on an iPad

My wife has a new iPad. I took hers and want to change the Apple ID to my Apple account. How do I do that.


Her iPad is iOS 16.7.12 and mine is 15.8.5.


Thanks.

iPad Air 2, iPadOS 15

Posted on Nov 21, 2025 9:02 AM

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Posted on Nov 21, 2025 9:07 AM

Have her set it up for you as in

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


You can then set it up for your use as if it was a brand new device.

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