If you forget your Apple ID or iCloud password, there are a few things you can try to recover your account:
It’s also a good idea to set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID to help prevent unauthorized access to your account. This will require you to enter a code sent to your phone or another trusted device when you sign in to your account.
If you have forgotten your iCloud ID password
If you have forgotten your Apple ID/iCloud password and can’t log in to your account, you can try resetting your password. Here’s how:
- Go to the iCloud account page (https://www.icloud.com/) and click “Forgot Apple ID or password.”
- Enter your Apple ID and select “Continue.”
- Follow the prompts to reset your password. You may be asked to answer security questions or use the “Email authentication” method to reset your password.
If you are unable to reset your password using these steps, you can try contacting Apple Support for further assistance. You can reach out to Apple Support through the Apple website or by calling the Apple Support phone number for your country or region.
On your iPhone or any dependable Apple device, reset your Apple ID password.
To reset your Apple ID/iCloud password on your iPhone or other trusted Apple device:
- On your device, go to Settings > Your Name (Apple ID) > Password & Security.
- Tap “Change Password.”
- Follow the prompts to reset your password. You may be asked to answer security questions or use the “Email authentication” method to reset your password.
If you still can’t reset your password, you can try contacting Apple Support for further assistance. You can reach out to Apple Support through the Apple website or by calling the Apple Support phone number for your country or region.
If you have a new Apple device
If you have a new Apple device and want to set it up with your existing Apple ID, follow these steps:
- Turn on your new device and follow the on-screen prompts to set it up.
- When prompted, enter your Apple ID and password to sign in to your account.
- If you have two-factor authentication enabled for your Apple ID, you will be prompted to enter a code sent to your trusted device or phone number.
Apple ID or password, you can try resetting your password using the steps I provided in my previous message. You can reach out to Apple Support through the Apple website or by calling the Apple Support phone number for your country or region.
If you are setting up a new Apple device and don’t have an existing Apple ID, you can create a new Apple ID by following the on-screen prompts during the device setup process. You will be asked to provide some personal information and create a password for your new account.
Reset your Apple ID password with the Apple Support app on a borrowed device
To reset your Apple ID password using the Apple Support app on a borrowed device:
- Download the Apple Support app from the App Store on the borrowed device.
- Open the app and select “Accounts & Passwords.”
- Tap “Forgot Apple ID or password?”
- Follow the prompts to reset your password. You may be asked to answer security questions or use the “Email authentication” method to reset your password.
If you are unable to reset your password using these steps, you can try visiting the Apple ID account page (https://appleid.apple.com) and clicking “Forgot Apple ID or password.” Follow the prompts to reset your password.
Reset your Apple ID password on a web browser
To reset your Apple ID password on a web browser:
- Go to the Apple ID account page (https://appleid.apple.com) and click “Forgot Apple ID or password.”
- Follow the prompts to reset your password. You may be asked to answer security questions or use the “Email authentication” method to reset your password.
It’s also a good idea to set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID to help prevent unauthorized access to your account. This will require you to enter a code sent to your phone or another trusted device when you sign in to your account.
Can you reset an iPhone without Apple ID and password?
It is not possible to reset an iPhone without an Apple ID and password. The Apple ID and password are used to authenticate and access the iPhone and are required to perform a factory reset or erase the device.
If you have forgotten your Apple ID or password, you can try resetting your password using the steps I provided in my previous messages.
If you are unable to reset your password, you can try contacting Apple Support for further assistance.
You can reach out to Apple Support through the Apple website or by calling the Apple Support phone number for your country or region.
If you are unable to reset your Apple ID and password and don’t have access to the device.
You can try reaching out to the person who set up the device to see if they can provide the Apple ID and password.
Can Apple recover my Apple ID?
Apple may be able to recover your Apple ID if you are unable to access your account because you have forgotten your Apple ID or password. To recover your Apple ID, you can try the following steps:
- Visit the Apple ID account page (https://appleid.apple.com) and click “Forgot Apple ID or password.” Follow the prompts to reset your password.
- If you can’t reset your password, you can try answering your security questions to reset your password. If you don’t remember the answers to your security questions, you can try using the “Email authentication” method to reset your password.
- If you still can’t reset your password. you can contact Apple Support for further assistance. You can reach out to Apple Support through the Apple website or by calling the Apple Support phone number for your country or region.
How can I deactivate an owner’s Apple ID?
If you want to remove an Apple ID from an owner, you will need to sign out of the account on all devices that are currently using it. Here’s how:
- On each device, go to Settings > Your Name (Apple ID) > Sign Out.
- Tap “Turn Off” after entering the Apple ID password.
- If you are prompted to keep a copy of the data on the device, select “Keep a Copy.”
- Repeat these steps on all devices that are currently signed in with the Apple ID.
Once you have signed out of the Apple ID on all devices you can remove the account from the device by going to Settings > Your Name (Apple ID) > Remove Your Account.
How do I get rid of a bad Apple ID on my iPhone?
To remove an unwanted Apple ID from your iPhone, you will need to sign out of the account on the device. Here’s how:
- Go to Settings > Your Name (Apple ID) > Sign Out.
- Tap “Turn Off” after entering the Apple ID password.
- If you are prompted to keep a copy of the data on the device, select “Keep a Copy.”
Once you have signed out of the Apple ID on the device you can remove the account by going to Settings > Your Name (Apple ID) > Remove Your Account.
How do I remove an iCloud from my iPhone?
To remove an iCloud account from your iPhone, you will need to sign out of the account on the device. Here’s how:
- iCloud is located under Settings > [Your Name].
- Tap “Sign Out” at the bottom of the page after scrolling there.
- If you are prompted to keep a copy of the data on the device, select “Keep a Copy.”
- Enter your iCloud password and tap “Turn Off.”
Once you have signed out of the iCloud account on the device you can remove the account by going to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Delete Account.