Set up apple ids

Manage and use your Apple ID

Your Apple ID is the account you use to access Apple services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. You can sign in to all Apple services with a single Apple ID and password.

Sign in with your Apple ID

Use the same Apple ID and password every time you’re asked to sign in to an Apple device or service. If you don’t have an Apple ID, learn how to create a new Apple ID. You can use your Apple ID to:

• Automatically set up all of your Apple services when you set up a new device and sign in with your Apple ID.
• Keep your personal content up to date on all of your devices when you sign in to iCloud.
• Sign in to the iTunes, Books, and App Store to make purchases and access previous purchases.
• Sign in to iMessage and FaceTime 1 to talk and text with friends and family.
• Sign in to third-party apps and websites with Sign in with Apple.

Manage your Apple ID

Because your Apple ID is used across all your devices and services, it’s important to keep your account information up to date. Simply sign in to your Apple ID account page 2 at any time to manage your account:

• Update trusted phone numbers and devices that you’re currently signed in to with your Apple ID.
• Change your password to help maintain the security of your account.
• Update your Apple ID email address 3 to make sure it’s an address that you use frequently.
• Add additional email addresses to help people find and communicate with you on Apple services like FaceTime 1 , iMessage, and Find My.
• Update the birth date associated with your Apple ID.
• Change your Apple ID country or region.

Help us protect your account

The security and privacy of your Apple ID is very important to us. Here are some things you can do to make sure your account remains private and secure:

• If you haven’t already, set up two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security to your account. Depending on when you created your Apple ID, it might already be protected by two-factor authentication.
• If you can’t set up two-factor authentication, reset your security questions and add a rescue email address. If you forget your password or the answers to your security questions, your rescue email address will help you regain access to your account.
• Learn about best security practices for your Apple ID.

1 FaceTime isn’t available in all countries or regions.

2 Depending on how you created your Apple ID, you might be required to provide additional information or change your Apple ID username from a mobile phone number to an email address.

3 In China mainland and India, you can use your phone number as your Apple ID. In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

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How to create a new Apple ID

Use the same Apple ID to enjoy all Apple services. All you need is your full name, date of birth, an email address, and phone number.

Not sure if you have an Apple ID, or forgot what it is? To find your Apple ID, enter your name and email address at iforgot.apple.com.

Create an Apple ID on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Create an Apple ID when you set up your device

1. Tap «Forgot password or don’t have an Apple ID?».
2. Tap Create a Free Apple ID.
   
3. Select your birthday and enter your name. Tap Next.
4. Tap «Use your current email address», or tap «Get a free iCloud email address.»
5. When prompted, follow the onscreen steps to verify your email address and set up two-factor authentication. If you choose to skip this step, you’ll be prompted to do this later in Settings.

Create an Apple ID using the App Store on your device

1. Open the App Store and tap the sign-in button .
2. Tap Create New Apple ID. If you don’t see this option, make sure that you’re signed out of iCloud.
   
3. Follow the onscreen steps. The email address that you provide will be your new Apple ID.*
4. Enter your credit card and billing information, then tap Next. You can also choose None. Learn what to do if None isn’t showing or you can’t select it. You won’t be charged until you make a purchase.
5. Confirm your phone number. This can help to verify your identity and recover your account if needed. Tap Next.
6. Check your email for a verification email from Apple and verify your email address.

After you verify your email address, you can use your Apple ID to sign in to the iTunes Store, App Store, and other Apple services such as iCloud.

* In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

Create an Apple ID on your Mac

1. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
2. Click Sign In.
   
3. Click Create Apple ID, then follow the onscreen steps. The email address that you provide will be your new Apple ID.*
   
4. Enter your credit card and billing information, then click Continue. You can also choose None. Learn what to do if None isn’t showing or you can’t select it. You won’t be charged until you make a purchase.
5. Check your email for a verification email from Apple and verify your email address.

After you verify your email address, you can use your new Apple ID to sign in to the App Store and other Apple services such as iCloud.

* In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

Create an Apple ID on your Windows PC

1. Open iTunes for Windows. Make sure that you have the latest version.
2. From the menu bar at the top of your computer screen or at the top of the iTunes window, choose Account > Sign In. Then click Create New Apple ID.
3. Follow the onscreen steps. The email address that you provide will be your new Apple ID.*
4. Enter your credit card and billing information, then click Continue. You can also choose None, and learn what to do if None isn’t showing or you can’t select it. We’ll charge you only when you make a purchase.
5. Check your email for a verification email from Apple and verify your email address.

* In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

Create an Apple ID on another device

To create an Apple ID on an Apple TV, Android device, smart TV, or streaming device, you can usually follow the steps provided onscreen and enter your full name, date of birth, an email address or phone number, and a payment method. If you set up the Apple TV app on your smart TV, you might be redirected to activate.apple.com to create your Apple ID. You can also use the steps below to create your Apple ID on the web.

Create an Apple ID on the web

1. Go to appleid.apple.com and click Create Your Apple ID.
   
2. Follow the onscreen steps. The email address that you provide will be your new Apple ID.*
3. Enter a phone number that you can always access.
4. Check the boxes to subscribe to Apple Updates if you’d like. This keeps you up to date on the latest news, software, products, and services from Apple.
5. Click Continue.
6. Follow the onscreen steps to verify your email address and phone number.

After you verify your email address, you can use your new Apple ID to sign in to the iTunes Store and other Apple services such as iCloud.

* In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

If you see a message that you need to sign in to iTunes

If you created a new Apple ID on the web and see a message that you need to sign in to iTunes, follow the steps below for your device:

• On an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Open Settings, then tap «Sign into device» and sign in with your Apple ID.
• On a Mac: Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then select Apple ID and sign in with your Apple ID.
• On an Apple TV: Sign in to the App Store, iTunes Store, or Apple Music with your Apple ID.
• On a PC: Sign in to iTunes with your Apple ID.
• On an Android device: Sign in to Apple Music on Android with your Apple ID.

Learn more

• An Apple ID is the account you use to access Apple services like iCloud, the App Store, the iTunes Store, Apple Music, and more.
• If you see a message that says that the email address that you entered is already associated with an Apple ID, you might have already created an Apple ID. Try signing in with that email address. If you don’t remember your password, you can reset your password to regain access to your account.
• Already have an Apple ID? Sign in to all Apple services on your device.
• Learn how to change or remove your Apple ID payment information.
• Learn about how two-factor authentication protects your Apple ID.

Store availability and features might vary by country or region.

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Sign in with your Apple ID

Your Apple ID is the account you use to access all Apple services and make all of your devices work together seamlessly. After you’ve logged in, you can use the App Store, iCloud, iMessage, Apple Music, Apple TV+ and more.

Want to use Sign in with Apple on third-party apps or websites? Find out how to use Sign in with Apple.

Sign in on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch

Sign in on your Mac

Sign in on your Apple TV

Sign in on apps and other devices

Sign in on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Sign in to your [device].
   
3. Enter your Apple ID and password.
4. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number to finish signing in.

If you’re already signed in to iCloud on the iPhone that’s paired with your Apple Watch, you will automatically be signed in to that Apple ID. Find out more about how to set up and sign in to your Apple Watch.

Sign in on your Mac

1. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
2. Click Sign In.
3. Enter your Apple ID and password.
4. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number to finish signing in.

Sign in on Apple TV

1. From the Home screen, choose Settings.
2. Then choose Users and Accounts and select Add New User…
3. Select Enter New…, then follow the on-screen instructions.

If you use two-factor authentication on an Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation), you might need to enter a verification code with your password. Find out how to get a verification code on your trusted device or sent to your trusted phone number.

Sign in on apps and other devices

You can use your Apple ID on some third-party devices to sign in to Apple services, such as Apple Music, the Apple TV app and more.

Depending on your device, you may need to use an app-specific password.

Sign in to use Apple Music, the Apple TV app and more on your other devices

You can sign in to Apple Music on Android, or sign in to the Apple TV app on your smart TV or streaming device.

On your Windows PC, you can sign in to iTunes for Windows to buy films and TV programmes, or listen to songs on Apple Music.

Sign in to use iCloud on your other devices

On your Windows PC, you can set up and sign in to iCloud for Windows to access photos, documents and more.

You can also sign in to iCloud.com from your browser. Find out which iCloud.com features are available on your device.

Use Sign in with Apple on third-party apps and websites

If you see a Sign in with Apple button on a participating third-party app or website, you can use your existing Apple ID to quickly set up an account and sign in. Find out how to use Sign in with Apple.

When you sign in to the App Store and other media services for the first time, you might need to add a credit card or other payment information. You can’t sign in to the App Store and other media services with more than one Apple ID at the same time, or update the content you buy with a different Apple ID. Depending on how you created your Apple ID, you might be prompted to upgrade to two-factor authentication on an eligible device.

Learn more

• To view and manage your Apple ID account details on the web, sign in to appleid.apple.com.
• Find out more about where you can use your Apple ID.
• Find out how to manage your subscriptions to services such as Apple Music or Apple TV+.
• If you have multiple Apple IDs, you can’t merge them.

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