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Need to Reset Apple ID password on Apple Device? This easy guide will show you how to change the password for your Apple ID on any device. Your Apple ID is the most important part of your Apple device. It gives you access to iCloud, the App Store, Find My, and a lot more in the Apple environment.
So when you can’t get in, it can feel like the end of the world because you can’t get to your important info. When it comes to managing your iPhone, iPad or Mac and services, your Apple ID is the key to who you are. Even though this ID looks easy, it works very well with the Apple ecosystem.
On its help site, Apple talks about a “iCloud account,” but a “iCloud account” is just a part of a “Apple ID account.” You might hear the words “iCloud” and “Apple ID” used interchangeably, but it’s fine to talk about either one.
How to reset Apple ID password on iPhone and iPad
- Open Settings and tap the Apple ID banner.
- Tap Password & Security.
- Select Change Password.
- Enter your iPhone or iPad passcode when asked.
- Type the new password twice and tap Change.
- You can use the same steps even if you have forgotten your current Apple ID password.
How to Reset Apple ID password on Mac
- Click the Apple logo.
- Choose System Preferences.
- On macOS Ventura, it is System Settings.
- Select Apple ID.
- Choose Password & Security.
- Click Change password.
- Enter your Mac’s password when prompted.
- Type the new password twice to verify it.
- Click Change to confirm.
How to Reset Apple ID password on Apple watch
- Open Settings on Apple Watch.
- Tap your Apple ID.
- Now, Tap Password & Security.
- Select Change Password.
- You may be asked to enter the code sent to your Apple devices.
- After that, enter your current password.
- Then enter a new password.
- Verify the new password by entering it again.
- Tap Change to confirm.
How to reset Apple ID password on web
- Visit AppleID.Apple.com on a browser.
- Sign in with your Apple ID.
- You can check Remember me to stay logged in.
- Select Sign-in and Security and click Password.
- Enter your current password.
- Then enter your new password.
- Next, enter the new password again to verify.
- Click Change Password to confirm.
FAQs
Go to iforgot.apple.com if your Apple ID has security questions or if you don’t have access to a trusted computer or phone number. Then you can either use your current password to get into your account or change it.
Go to iForgot.com and type in the login for your Apple ID. Then, just follow the easy steps to change your password. Since you don’t have any of these extra security measures, you can change your password via email or security questions, if you still have those set up.
For protection reasons, you might not be able to use your account for a few days or longer. We know that this delay is annoying, but it’s important so that we can keep your account and information safe.