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I’ve tried to change my Apple ID and password for months- how to do this?

My original Apple ID is based on an email address that I can’t and haven’t used for years. since I bought a new 2018 iPad last April, I’ve had months of trouble with this ID. How can I change to a completely new Apple ID and password?

iPad Air Wi-Fi, iOS 11.3

Posted on Nov 25, 2018 9:09 AM

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You need to do a name change or else you will lose access to all your previous purchases. Purchases can't be transferred to a new ID.


Apple ID Name Change


Apple ID Password Change



What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


If you still want a new ID.


Apple ID – Create

Posted on Nov 25, 2018 9:51 AM

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Nov 25, 2018 9:14 AM in response to barryfrommiramichi

do you know your password to this ID?


if you do, then it is easy: go to settings > iCloud > and at the bottom, click sign out. It will ask you for your password and you can sign out. Then just add a new Apple ID or create a new one


If you don't then it can be a little tricky: first try to reset your password for that account :If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support; then follow the steps above for signing into a new Apple ID

Question marked as Apple recommended

Nov 25, 2018 9:51 AM in response to barryfrommiramichi

You need to do a name change or else you will lose access to all your previous purchases. Purchases can't be transferred to a new ID.


Apple ID Name Change


Apple ID Password Change



What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


If you still want a new ID.


Apple ID – Create

I’ve tried to change my Apple ID and password for months- how to do this?

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