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Wrong email entered When setting up apple ID

When setting up my dad’s phone I entered a nonexistent email for the Apple ID. I didn’t realize it at the time and I don’t know how to go back and change it so he can download apps from the App Store , etc

Posted on May 24, 2019 7:12 PM

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Posted on May 24, 2019 8:45 PM

If you can't remove it from the phone, take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store.


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or contact Apple ID Support. They will need to see the original purchase receipt/paperwork also.


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May 24, 2019 8:45 PM in response to Hween

If you can't remove it from the phone, take the device, the original purchase receipt with the serial number, and a photo ID to the nearest Apple Store.


Genius Bar Reservation US


or contact Apple ID Support. They will need to see the original purchase receipt/paperwork also.


Apple ID Support


Apple ID Support (2) 


Apple Support by e-mail or chat         Select your device, Battery, Power and Charging, then Power adapter not working to get a chat option. 


Apple Support using Twitter


Or fill out and submit this form.

Wrong email entered When setting up apple ID

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