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how do i change my primary icloud account in my macbook?

how do i change my primary icloud account in my macbook?

MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.15

Posted on Dec 28, 2019 11:53 AM

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Posted on Dec 28, 2019 1:16 PM

Go to the System/lApple ID/Overview preference pane and Sign Out of the current account. Then Sign in with your other Apple ID and password.



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Dec 29, 2019 6:18 AM in response to Old Toad

Hello Old Toad,


Thanks for the quick reply!

My main issue was when trying to update native apps it would not accept my alternative icloud account.

I switched back to the original ID and got the updates done, however my question remains, is there a way to eliminate the original apple ID used when first bought the computer and continue with the alternate for future updates?

how do i change my primary icloud account in my macbook?

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