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Multiple Apple ID

Hi, I recently brought a new phone and set up a new Apple ID, but when I replaced it with a new one I used my old Apple ID to log in. Now when I want an app, it restricts me as I don't know the password to the old Apple ID and that's why I replaced it. If I log out of the old ID and into the new one won't I lose photos and contacts? Can I merge the two ID's?

Thanks :)

iPhone 6s Plus

Posted on Apr 22, 2020 7:50 AM

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Posted on Apr 22, 2020 11:42 AM

One option is to delete the apps/purchases made by the other ID and download them using the new ID if desired. If necessary, check your purchases history to see which apps/purchases weren’t made by the current ID. 


Purchase History Review.   


Or you can try to set up Family Sharing to keep access to your purchases.


Family Sharing.         


Family Sharing - Set up.        

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Apr 22, 2020 11:42 AM in response to skp22

One option is to delete the apps/purchases made by the other ID and download them using the new ID if desired. If necessary, check your purchases history to see which apps/purchases weren’t made by the current ID. 


Purchase History Review.   


Or you can try to set up Family Sharing to keep access to your purchases.


Family Sharing.         


Family Sharing - Set up.        

Multiple Apple ID

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