Is my Apple ID the same as my 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 inbox regularly.
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Can your Apple ID be different than your email address?

To switch to a different Apple ID account—not change the email address that you use as your Apple ID—you can sign out, then sign in with a different Apple ID. Learn more about how to use your Apple ID and keep your account information up-to-date.
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Is your Apple ID password the same as your email password?

If, on your Apple ID page, you see your iCloud.com address listed just below your Apple ID email address, then it is, in fact, the same as your Apple ID, and as for passwords, it is the same password.
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Is your Apple ID normally your email address?

In most cases, your Apple ID is also the primary email address of your Apple ID account. Add extra Reachable At email addresses to help people find you on Apple services such as FaceTime, Messages and Find My.
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How do I find out what my Apple ID is?

If you forgot your Apple ID email address or phone number
  1. On your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch. Tap Settings, then tap your name.
  2. On your Mac. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Apple ID.
  3. On your PC. Open iCloud for Windows, then look for your Apple ID under your name.
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Why is my email address invalid for Apple ID?



What is an example of a Apple ID?

It consists of an email address (for example, [email protected]) and a password. Apple recommends you use the same Apple ID for all Apple services. For more information about Apple ID, see the Apple ID Support website.
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Why cant I use my email for my Apple ID?

An email address that is already associated with an Apple ID cannot be used as an Apple ID. "Associated with" in this context means that the email address is not: already in use as an Apple ID. used as an alias for an Apple ID.
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What is the difference between an Apple ID and an Apple password?

An Apple ID gives you access to the iTunes Store, the App Store, Apple Books, iCloud, FaceTime, and other Apple services. It consists of an email address (for example, [email protected]) and a password. Apple recommends you use the same Apple ID for all Apple services.
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Can I have 2 Apple IDS with same email address?

Answer: A: Answer: A: No. An AppleID is just an email address, so no two emails can in fact be the same AppleID.
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Which email is best for Apple ID?

We recommend iCloud, Google (Gmail or Google Apps) or Microsoft (Hotmail or Office 365) for Apple users. They are directly supported on all Apple equipment and most other platforms. And they support the modern email standards, which sync your inbox, sent and other folders on all your computers and devices.
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Can I create a new Apple ID without losing everything?

Can I change my Apple ID without losing my apps? While the data remains safe, it won't be the case with apps. Apps downloaded when signed into an Apple ID won't be transferred to another Apple ID. But if you simply edit your Apple ID, apps and purchases made via it will remain there itself.
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What happens if I use the same Apple ID on two devices?

You can use the same Apple ID on two phones, but you should probably do so without mirroring. Mirroring will share all the information between the two phones, even the messages, photos, and call logs. Unless this is your intention, using your Apple ID on a second phone will share your private data.
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How do I create an Apple ID email address?

Create a primary email address for iCloud Mail
  1. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud.
  2. Turn on iCloud Mail (or Mail), then follow the onscreen instructions to create an iCloud Mail address.
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Can I use Gmail for Apple ID?

You can use a gmail email address as the primary email login for your AppleID.
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How do I separate two devices with the same Apple ID?

What is this? Please scroll down to the connected devices and choose the one you want to remove, tap its info, and select remove. Enter your password to separate the two phones. You can also use the iTunes app on Mac and Windows PC.
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Can you use an iPhone without Apple ID?

Without an Apple ID, he won't be able to download any apps or use Facetime or iMessage. Kind of defeats the point of having an iPhone, if you ask me. He could still make and receive calls and use the browser, but he can get a basic phone to do that for far cheaper. It only takes five minutes to set up an Apple ID.
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How do I stop sharing between devices with the same Apple ID?

Tap your Apple/iCloud account on the top to enter the Apple ID interface. Step 2Scroll down to locate the iPhone you don't want to sync data to it any longer. Tap on it to enter the Device Info. Here you can select Remove from account to unlink this iPhone with same Apple ID.
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Can you have 2 Apple IDs?

Not many people are aware of this, but it is possible to sign in and use multiple Apple IDs on an iPhone or iPad. You can log in and set up multiple Apple IDs on an iOS device from the Settings app, and use them for different purposes like contacts, email, notes, bookmarks, etc.
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Do you lose your photos when you change your Apple ID?

It is possible to change Apple ID, without losing Data, Photos, Apps & Subscriptions.
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Can I change my email for my Apple ID?

On Apple's Manage My Account page, scroll down to the Security section and click on the Edit button. Scroll down to Notification Email and click Edit Email Address. Enter a new notification email address, then click Continue. A verification code will be sent to your chosen email address.
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What is the Apple email called?

Gmail and Apple Mail similarities

Apple Mail is only available for Apple devices, but Gmail is available on both iOS and Android devices.
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Should I use Gmail or Apple Mail?

We can recommend Gmail if you are already living in Google's ecosystem and want to use add-ons such as Google Tasks, Smart Compose, Smart Reply, and so on. Apple Mail excels in formatting options and clever use of 3D touch within the app.
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Can I delete my Apple ID and make a new one?

Answer: A: You cannot delete an Apple ID. But you can change an associated email address or create a new one.
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How do I change my Apple ID email without old email?

Apple lets you change your Apple ID address without having access to the original email within iOS. Fortunately, as log as you can still log into your Apple ID account at appleid.apple.com, you can change your email address, thus changing the Apple ID login to that new address.
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Will I lose text messages if I change my Apple ID?

After you update your Apple ID, your friends will receive new messages from your updated Apple ID. Old messages aren't removed. Go to Settings > Messages, then tap Send & Receive. If you're signed out on your iPhone or iPod touch, tap "Use your Apple ID for iMessage" then enter your updated Apple ID and password.
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