Does everyone need Apple ID?

If you want to share purchases or subscriptions with your family, use Family Sharing. Each person should use their own Apple ID.

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Should each family member have a separate Apple ID?

Avoid sharing an Apple ID

Apple recommends that you do not share your Apple ID. Instead, set up Family Sharing so that each person uses their own Apple ID. This way, your family can share purchases, subscriptions, and more without sharing personal information like email, text messages, or passwords.

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Can someone use iPhone without Apple ID?

Most iPhone users are comfortable using their Apple ID to set up iPhone, but some don't want to use Apple ID and share data with Apple. So, can you set up iPhone without Apple ID, and can you use an iPhone without an Apple ID? Yes, of course, and this guide is for you.

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Can my wife and I have separate Apple IDs?

You can't have two email accounts tied to the same Apple ID. You need to create a new Apple ID for one of you to use. Apple ID - create a new.

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What happens if I don't have my Apple ID?

Tap "Forgot password or don't have an Apple ID?" Tap Create a Free Apple ID. Select your birthday and enter your name.

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What is an Apple ID? | Apple Support

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Is your Apple ID your email?

When you create an Apple ID, you enter an email address. This email address is your Apple ID and the username that you use to sign in to Apple services like Apple Music and iCloud. It's also the contact email address for your account. Be sure to check your inbox regularly.

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How can I find out my Apple ID and password?

On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Sign in with your Apple ID at the top of the sidebar. Click “Forgot Apple ID or password?,” then do one of the following: If you forgot your Apple ID: Click Forgot your Apple ID?, then follow the onscreen instructions.

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Should my husband and I have the same Apple ID?

Apple recommends you do not share your Apple ID. Instead, set up Family Sharing so each person can use their own Apple ID. This way, your family can still share purchases, subscriptions and more without sharing personal information, such as emails, text messages or passwords.

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Is it OK to use the same Apple ID on two devices?

The short answer is yes! You can use two iPhones with the same Apple ID. However, please read the entire article because there are so many things you should know if you are considering using 2 iPhones with the same Apple ID. In this guide, you will find everything related to using two iPhones with the same Apple ID.

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Can 2 phones share the same Apple ID?

It is OK to share an Apple ID among devices used by one person, such as an iPhone, an iPad and a Mac; in fact, it is a very useful thing to do. But not between devices used by different people.

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Can I use Gmail for Apple ID?

Apple allows you to sign up for a new Apple ID using any of your existing email addresses from services like Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, etc.

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Can someone do anything with your Apple ID?

Make sure your Apple ID is secure

Only you should have access to your Apple ID. Anyone who has it can take over your Apple devices, view all content in iCloud, make purchases in the App Store or iTunes Store, and even use the “Find My” app to locate you and your devices.

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Can anyone do anything with your Apple ID?

If someone else has access to your Apple ID, they can view information that is synced across devices, which may include such things as Messages and location. Learn here how to secure your Apple ID on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and Mac.

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Why do people have multiple Apple IDs?

For example, you may have a personal Apple ID that you use with the App Store and iCloud, but a different Apple ID for work purposes where you store your business or work contacts. You can set up two or more Apple IDs on an iPhone and iPad.

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How do I separate my iPhone from my wife's?

You need to establish a separate Apple ID and password for whoever will use the new iDevice. See Apple - My Apple ID and Frequently asked questions about Apple ID. The easiest way is to do this on the computer using iTunes: iTunes- How to set up an Apple ID within iTunes.

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How many users can use a same Apple ID?

You can have 10 devices (no more than 5 computers) associated with your Apple ID for purchases at one time. When you try to associate a device that was previously associated, you may notice a message that says "This device is associated with another Apple ID.

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Can two devices have same Apple ID but different passwords?

You can have a login password for each Mac that is different but there is only one password for each Apple ID.

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Is iCloud and Apple ID the same?

Your Apple ID is the account you use to access iCloud and all other Apple services. When you sign in to a device with your Apple ID, you have access to all the photos, files, and other data you store in iCloud.

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How can you tell if someone else is using your Apple ID?

Sign in to the Apple ID website (https://appleid.apple.com) and review all the personal and security information in your account to see if there is any information that someone else has added. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, review trusted devices for any devices that you don't recognize.

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Why is my husband's iPhone asking for my Apple ID?

A request for another Apple ID password is often caused by updates to apps/purchases that were made when using the other ID. Those purchases are tied to the other ID and can't be transferred. One option is to delete the apps/purchases made by the other ID and download them using the new ID if desired.

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How do I separate 2 people from 1 shared Apple ID?

On one of the phones go to Settings/[Apple ID name]/iCloud and turn off the switches for the content you want to keep. You will be asked if it should be removed; say No. Next, sign out of the Apple ID (Settings/[Apple ID name] - Sign Out, and create a new Apple ID.

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How do I share my Apple account with family?

Invite people to join your family
  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Tap Family.
  3. Tap Add Member .
  4. If your child doesn't have an Apple ID, tap Create an Account for a Child. But if your child already has an Apple ID, tap Invite People. ...
  5. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up parental controls, location sharing, and more.

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Can you change your Apple ID?

Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in. In the Sign-In and Security section, choose Apple ID. Enter the email address that you want to use as your Apple ID. Choose Change Apple ID.

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How to delete Apple ID?

How to delete an Apple ID account
  1. Go to Apple's Data and Privacy website. ...
  2. In the Delete your account section, click Request to delete your account. ...
  3. Select a reason to delete your account from the drop-down menu, then click Continue. ...
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to continue with account deletion.

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