How to Change Apple ID without Losing Data

Undoubtedly, the Apple ID is the passkey to all Apple services, from iCloud to iTunes, App Store etc.,- all of which make Apple devices stand out when compared with other digital technologies. It’s unique to every user, stores only the data you permit, and makes the data readily available on any Apple device you log your details into. However, a time may come when you need to change the Apple ID on your iPhone or iPad. Does this mean you will lose all the data that is linked to your Apple ID? If you find yourself asking this question, this is the right post to get clarification. Here, we will discuss everything you need to know about changing Apple ID without losing data. Read on to learn.

Part 1. Things to Know Before Changing Apple ID

Here are a few things to know before changing the Apple ID linked to your iPhone or iPad:

What Will I Lose If I Change Apple ID?

If you use the iCloud backup storage to keep data off your internal storage, then you should be ready to lose the data after signing out the Apple ID connected to your device. This is because the operations of an iCloud is linked to Apple ID on a device. Besides, you will also lose your Apple Music subscription, apps and iCloud storage plan.

Can I Change Apple ID without Losing Data?

Sure, you can change Apple ID without losing data from the iPhone or iPad you are doing that from. However, you have to ensure that you know the password to the Apple ID linked to your device to accomplish this.

Part 2. How to Change Apple ID without Losing Data

With the illustrative guide down here, you can change the Apple ID you have on your iPhone or iPad conveniently without data loss:

Step 1: Download Items from iCloud

Prior to changing the Apple ID associated with your iPhone or iPad, we strongly recommend that you export all important items that you have saved up on iCloud so you don’t lose them. To do this, you must have a stable internet connection and ensure that you know the Apple ID details connected to your device. Once you have all of these in place, follow the steps below to download items from iCloud:

Step 1: Open Settings and tap your Apple ID name.

Step 2: Choose iCloud and then turn off the apps whose data you want to download and save on your iPhone internal storage.

Step 3: Tap Keep on My iPhone.

Step 2: Backup iPhone via iTunes

After downloading your crucial items from iCloud, the next thing to do is backup the data to iTunes  so you can recover it in the future when you need it. To backup your iPhone to iTunes, follow the steps shared below:

• Open the most recent version of iTunes on your computer. 
• Connect the iPhone or iPad you want to change Apple ID to your computer using a workable USB cable.
• Proceed to the top left corner of your screen and click on the Device icon.
• Select Summary from the left sidebar.
• Go to the right hand panel and check the icon beside This Computer so iTunes can backup to there.
• After that, click Back Up Now to copy and paste your data safely from iPhone/iPad internal storage to your computer.

Step 3: Change Apple ID with a New One

Once you’ve completed the data backup, then you can proceed to sign out the current Apple ID on your device and sign in to another one. To sign out of the current Apple ID:

• Go to Settings and click on the profile ID icon.
• Swipe to the bottom of the subsequent interface and hit the red Sign Out button.



• Enter the Apple ID password and your profile will be disconnected from the device.
• Head to the Settings menu again and click on Sign in to your iPhone to login with your new Apple ID.

Part 3. How to Change Apple ID without Password

If you don’t have the password to sign out of the Apple ID connected to your iPhone/iPad, then one of the following solutions down here should assist you with that:

Way 1. Reset Apple ID Password

When to Use: Perhaps you lost your Apple ID password but can access the mailing address linked to the Apple ID profile, then you could opt for a password reset. After the reset, you can then sign out of the Apple ID on your device and sign in another one.

To reset your Apple ID password, follow the illustration below:

• Go to iforgot.apple.com and hit the blue Reset icon at the bottom of the main interface that comes up.
• Input the email or phone number linked to the Apple ID whose password you want to reset and fill in the captcha field with the correct character.
• Hit Continue to proceed.
• Next, type the complete phone number displayed on your screen, then click Continue.
• A password reset prompt will be sent to one of the devices linked to your Apple ID.
• Click on the prompt and follow the onscreen guide to reset your Apple ID password.

Way 2. Remove Apple ID with Passixer

When to Use: Supposedly you cannot reset your Apple ID password or you use a secondhand iPhone or iPad whose Apple details are unknown and the previous owner can’t be reached, an iOS Unlocker like Passixer could be your savior to remove the Apple profile connected to the device. This software is the go-to option for anyone looking for an effortless approach to unlink the Apple ID registered on his or her iDevice without providing any login information. It removes the Apple ID you have on your iPhone/iPad regardless of the status of Find My. So whether Find My is enabled or not, Passixer is in control. Aside from Apple ID removal, Passixer is also great for screen unlock, iTunes backup encryption bypassing, Screen Time restrictions removal and more.

Key Features

• Remove the Apple ID signed in on your iDevice and register or login to a new one to access any Apple service of your choice.
• Delete or recover Screen Time passcode without data loss.
• Fix your iCloud-locked iPhone or iPad without Apple ID credentials.
• Experience seamless MDM profile removal and take full control of your device without limits.

Stepwise Guide to Remove Apple ID with Passixer

Step 1: Install Passixer on your PC/Mac and launch it. On the home screen that comes up, click on Remove Apple ID from the options displayed.

Connect the iPhone/iPad you want to remove Apple ID from to your computer with the aid of a certified USB cable. Click on Trust when the corresponding prompt appears on your screen, then proceed to the next stage of the guide.

Step 2: Hit Start on the subsequent screen and Passixer will begin the Apple ID removal from your iPhone/iPad once it detects that Find My is disabled.

However, if the situation changes for your device, that is Find My is ON, then one of the following guide should help you complete the Apple ID removal:

Find My is ON (iOS 11.4 and Earlier)

• Run the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad.
• Choose General on the subsequent interface.
• Now, click on Reset > Reset All Settings.



• Once all the custom settings are erased, Passixer will commence the Apple ID removal.

Find My is ON (iOS 11.4 and Later) 

• Confirm two-factor authentication and screen passcode request are both enabled on the device.
• Once Passixer detects this, it will direct you to the screen shown below:



• Type 0000 and click on Confirm to proceed.
• Passixer will run a quick scan on the connected iPhone/iPad and suggest a suitable firmware to remove the Apple ID you have on it.



• Click Start and wait for the download to finish.
• Now, input 0000 and hit the Unlock button.

Without delay, Passixer will start the Apple ID removal. Once completed, disconnect your iPhone/iPad from the computer and create or sign in to another Apple profile.

Part 4. Can I Change My Apple ID Email Without Losing Everything

If you want to change the primary email address of your Apple ID, which is also your account name, it’s happy to tell you that your data will not be lost.

How to Change Apple ID Email Address

Step 1: In your device browser, sign into account.apple.com.

Step 2: Select Sign-In and Security from the left pane.

Step 3: Choose Email & Phone Numbers in the Sign-In and Security screen.

Step 4: Locate your primary email and click the minus icon next to it.

Step 5: Input your new email address and hit Change Primary Email. Then, follow the onscreen prompts to verify the new email. During the verification process, you will be asked to provide your Apple ID password and the verification code sent to your new email address.

Part 5. Will I Lose Everything If I Change My Apple ID Password

Changing your Apple ID password will not remove your device data, but you will need to log in with the new password on other devices using the same Apple ID.

How to Change Apple ID Password If You Forgot the Original One

Step 1: Open Settings App on your iPhone and tap your Apple ID name.

Step 2: Choose Password & Security.

Step 3: Tap Change Password and type in your device passcode.

Step 4: Set a new Apple ID password and tap Change to save your modifications.

How to Change Apple ID Password If You Remember the Original One

Step 1: Go to Apple ID official site and sign in to it.

Step 2: Click Sign-In and Security in the sidebar and choose Password from the right section.

Step 3: In the pop-out, enter your current Apple ID password first. Then input a new one and confirm it. Lastly, hit Change Password to make your changes take effect.

Conclusion

There you go with everything you need to know about changing the Apple ID you have on your iPhone or iPad without losing data. We discussed how to complete the operation without losing data so far you have your Apple ID password. In case you don’t have the Apple ID password, you can try any of the two solutions suggested. However, Passixer is our best bet if you know your Apple ID is disabled or you have no access to the mailing address/phone number connected to your profile. The software gets rid of the Apple profile you have on your iPhone or iPad without a password.