AppleID is the authentication method used by Apple for its iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc. devices. This type of ID has personal data of the user and the configuration of the same in the equipment. Therefore, it is not intuitive to delete an ID or change its email because it protects very valuable information.
If a new email is created or access is lost, it is vital to change the Apple ID to protect the account.
The email address represents the login for many Apple devices, so changing it is a delicate process that must be done well to avoid problems. Here we will give the complete procedure to modify the e-mail without problems.
Change Apple ID email from the web
Before starting, it is essential to log out of any equipment that is linked to the ID.
– Go to appleid.apple.com on your iPhone, Mac or iPad and sign in with your usual data.
– The system will take you to the “Login and security” section. Choose “Apple ID”.
– Enter your new email in the “Change your Apple ID” box.
– Select “Change Apple ID”, then check the verification code that arrived in your new email.
– Append the code that was sent to you so that the dialog closes and the change takes effect.
How to change Apple ID email from iPhone
The iPhone settings menu has everything you need.
– Access the “Settings” application.
– Choose your name at the top of the screen and go to “Name, phone numbers and email”.
– Click on “Edit”.
– Now, click on the red minus “-” icon next to your name. Then tap on “Delete”.
– A new menu will open, click on “Continue” to verify that you want to delete the existing email and attach a new one.
– Put the new e-mail that you will use and check the mail through the Apple message that will arrive at the new address that you have registered.
Change Apple ID email from your Mac
– Click on the Apple icon in the menu bar. Choose “System Preferences” and choose “Apple ID”.
– Tap on “Sign out” and select “Keep a copy” so that the system backs up your iCloud data.
– Enter your Apple ID password when prompted, then your Mac will be signed out of iCloud. This process may take a couple of minutes.
– Now, write the new email address and password, then enter the access key of the Mac. Finally, click on “Next” to log in again.
