Is your Apple ID the same as your email address?

Is your Apple ID the same as your email address?

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 email address regularly.

Can I use an iPhone without an Apple ID?

If you don't want to use an Apple ID on your iPhone then you don't have to. … When you first set up your new iPhone – or any Apple device – you'll be asked to create an Apple ID. This is a universal account that will work with iCloud for your backups, the App Store, and to share your data between devices.

Can I have 2 Apple IDs?

We recommend that you use the same Apple ID for all Apple services on your device—including the iTunes & App Stores and iCloud. Using multiple Apple IDs might be confusing and cause issues with accessing purchased content or using some services. If you have multiple Apple IDs, you can't merge them.

Why can I not make an Apple ID?

If you see a Could Not Create Apple ID message, it means that you have exceeded the number of new Apple IDs you can set up with iCloud on a single device in one year.

How can I contact Apple ID?

Type your iCloud email address, and then tap “Next.” Type in the password Apple generated for you (not your Apple ID password), and then Tap “Next.” If your email address and password are correct, Android (via Gmail) signs in and starts to sync your iCloud email account to your device.

How do I create a free iCloud email address?

How to Create a Free iCloud Email Address. Grab your iOS device or Mac. On the iPhone or iPad, tap “Settings,” then choose your name. Tap “iCloud,” and then choose “Turn on Mail.” Next, follow the on-screen instructions.

Can I delete my Apple ID and make a new one?

Go to Settings, tap [your name], then choose Name, Phone Numbers, Email. Next to Reachable At, tap Edit, then delete your current Apple ID. Tap Continue. Enter the Apple ID that you want to use.

How do I create a new Apple ID and password?

Children under 13* can't create an Apple ID on their own. However, the family organizer can provide verified parental consent and create an Apple ID on the child's behalf in their family group.

How do I log into my Apple account?

iTunes & App Store: Go to iTunes > Account > Sign In. Enter your Apple ID and password. Click Sign In.

Do you need Apple ID to download apps?

If you want to buy music on iTunes, download apps in the App Store, or use iCloud, you must have an Apple ID. A few years ago, linking a credit card to an Apple account was mandatory. But Apple has changed its stance and has been letting users create an Apple ID without a credit card for a while now.

Can I change my Apple ID?

To get started, head to appleid.apple.com and sign in. Next, click “Edit” in the “Account” section of the page. Under your Apple ID, click “Change Apple ID.” Type the email address you want to use as your new Apple ID, and then click “Continue.”