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lizvander

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Q: Convert your AOL username to an Apple ID

Hi,

I use my AOL email as my apple id. I read the following in a discussion on this subject,

"You only need to convert your Apple ID if it is your AOL screen name, not your AOL email address. If your sign in information includes @aol.com or similar, you do not need to convert."

Ok ... I'm lost!!! What's the difference between my AOL email address and my AOL login? Help! Thanks!

Posted on Mar 12, 2015 11:13 AM

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Niel Mar 12, 2015 11:16 AM in response to lizvander
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Mar 12, 2015 11:16 AM in response to lizvander

An AOL email address works the same as any other email address. An AOL screen name is one used on AOL-specific services, such as AIM, iChat, and Messages.

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lizvander Mar 12, 2015 11:36 AM in response to Niel
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Mar 12, 2015 11:36 AM in response to Niel

Thanks Niel. But ... wouldn't they be one in the same?
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Niel Mar 12, 2015 11:37 AM in response to lizvander
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Mar 12, 2015 11:37 AM in response to lizvander

No, they’re not. The AOL screen name only works with AOL’s own services; the email address is a regular email address usable in non-AOL places.

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