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my husband and I share the same Apple ID. How do I get him an exclusive Apple ID ?

iPhone 8 Plus

Posted on Aug 18, 2022 5:35 PM

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Posted on Aug 18, 2022 5:53 PM

Create a new Apple ID using the steps in the articles below.


Apple ID - create a new.      


Apple ID – Create         


When changing to the new ID, there may be some data loss, but you can minimize it. If syncing photos with iCloud, ensure Optimization is turned off in Settings/Your Name/iCloud/Photos and/or in Photos/Preferences/iCloud. Then make sure full resolution photos are on the device/computer. When signing out of iCloud, if asked whether you want to retain data, choose yes. Messages conversations will be lost if they are addressed to the ID. See the article below for other places that the old ID should be removed. See Winston Churchill's response in the below discussion. Also set up Family Sharing between the IDs to keep access to your apps/purchases. 


How to switch Apple IDs on your iPhone or iPad.      


What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support.   


How to transfer all files from one iCloud account to another.        


Family Sharing.   *


ASC YouTube for Family Sharing


Family Sharing - Set up.  *


Family Sharing - Set up on iPhone.  -


Family Sharing - Set up Family Sharing in the Apple TV app.  -

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Aug 18, 2022 5:53 PM in response to BC0701

Create a new Apple ID using the steps in the articles below.


Apple ID - create a new.      


Apple ID – Create         


When changing to the new ID, there may be some data loss, but you can minimize it. If syncing photos with iCloud, ensure Optimization is turned off in Settings/Your Name/iCloud/Photos and/or in Photos/Preferences/iCloud. Then make sure full resolution photos are on the device/computer. When signing out of iCloud, if asked whether you want to retain data, choose yes. Messages conversations will be lost if they are addressed to the ID. See the article below for other places that the old ID should be removed. See Winston Churchill's response in the below discussion. Also set up Family Sharing between the IDs to keep access to your apps/purchases. 


How to switch Apple IDs on your iPhone or iPad.      


What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support.   


How to transfer all files from one iCloud account to another.        


Family Sharing.   *


ASC YouTube for Family Sharing


Family Sharing - Set up.  *


Family Sharing - Set up on iPhone.  -


Family Sharing - Set up Family Sharing in the Apple TV app.  -

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