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What happens if someone else uses your Apple ID?
Someone else created an Apple ID on your behalf, or you’re using an Apple ID that was already signed in when you received your device. You’re sharing an Apple ID with family or friends. Your Apple ID is your personal account. If you want to share purchases with a family member, use Family Sharing.
What to do if you think your Apple ID has been compromised?
If you think your Apple ID was compromised, use these steps to gain control of it and review your account information: Sign in to your Apple ID account page . If you can’t sign in or you receive a message that the account is locked when you try to sign in, try to reset or unlock your account.
Can You update an app with another Apple ID?
That’s because the Apps that are requesting an update are ones downloaded with another Apple ID. You will not be able to update those apps without that Apple ID password. However, you can delete the apps, and then redownload them from the App Store.
How do I upgrade my Apple ID to two factor authentication?
Upgrade to two-factor authentication on the web Go to appleid.apple.com, then sign in with your Apple ID. Answer your security questions, then tap Continue. You’ll see a prompt to upgrade your account security.
Can a different Apple ID be used for Family Sharing?
But, if you use a different Apple ID for purchases, you can enter it to automatically share purchases with your family using that Apple ID. After you set up Family Sharing, here’s how your account might look. If you check your child’s account, you should see their Apple ID instead of your own.
Decide who will get the new Apple ID. Have that person sign out of iCloud, Messages & Face Time in Settings. If asked if you want to retain data, select yes. For iTunes and the App Store, you can either sign out and use Family Sharing or stay signed in so you have a shared ID for the store.
Why do I need two Apple ID’s for iPad?
Think about it this way, when you buy an app, your apple id buys that app, not your device….so if you have 3 iPads, you can buy an app once and put it on all 3 quite legally. Same with books and music. IMHO, the only reason for having separate ID”s is if they’re for separate people.