How to Rename Apple ID
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Go to your Apple ID account page.
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Click on the name at the top right corner of the page.
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Select Rename Account.
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Enter your new name.
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Click on Rename Account.
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To rename your Apple ID:
- Open the Settings app.
- Select your Apple ID photo and name.
- Select Name, Phone Numbers, Email.
- Change your First, Middle, Last name.
Changing Apple ID Name
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Go to appleid.apple.com.
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Sign in.
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Choose Edit Profile.
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Under Account Name, click on the alias.
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Select Delete.
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Go to appleid.apple.com.
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Sign in.
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Choose Apple ID.
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Enter the email address to use as your Apple ID.
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Select Change Apple ID.
How to Change Apple ID Name
- Go to Settings.
- Select General.
- Select About.
- Select Name.
- Enter a new name.
- Select Done.
Why Can’t I Change My Apple ID Name?
- First of all, let’s discuss the concept of an Apple ID.
- If you want to use an Apple device, you need to have a valid Apple ID.
Reasons to Change Apple ID Name
- Personalization: Changing the name on your Apple ID allows you to personalize your device and make it more reflective of your identity.
- Privacy: You may want to change your name on your Apple ID for privacy reasons.
- Consistency: If you have recently gotten married or changed your legal name, updating your Apple ID name ensures consistency across all your Apple devices and services.
Changing Apple ID without Losing Everything
- 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.
Can I Change My Apple ID Without Losing Everything?
- To change your Apple ID without losing purchases, data, and apps you need to keep the same account but change your username and password.
The easiest way to change the email address associated with your Apple ID is with your iPhone or other trusted device.