Apple ID, reuse of email address

Hi, If I change my email associated with my Apple ID, can use the old email for a new Apple Id?

Posted on May 17, 2013 9:33 PM

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May 18, 2013 12:57 PM in response to Dormer51

My understanding is, if the old email address is no longer used anywhere, as an Apple ID or linked to an Apple ID, it is free to be used as an Apple ID. In other words, if it no longer exists in the Apple systems, it's like a new email.

Be carefull when you have multiple Apple IDs however as if you purchase Apps and such under multiple Apple IDs it can cause confusion and hassle when those Apps need updated. It's best to stick with one Apple ID for purchases, and if that ID or email gets outdated, rename it to the new current email rather than creating a new Apple ID.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5621


ivan

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