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How to sign out of Apple ID – From A to Z

As the security of Apple is something focused and tightened recently, you can see that logging into or even logging out of your ID without permission is nearly impossible. But then how to sign out of Apple ID if you forget your Apple ID password or want to change over your account on another Apple device? Try some ways how to sign out of Apple ID with or without a password in the article below with Bonna Mobile.

1. What happens when you sign out of Apple ID

Apple ID is related to most Apple apps and services. It is a user’s identity to access most Apple services. Therefore, the consequence of signing out of an Apple ID is that you can not access and use Apple native services like App Store, Apple Music, FaceTime, and iMessage. However, if have a phone number connected to your FaceTime and iMessage, these services will still work.

Also, the third-party apps or files and documents could be also be affected too if they are synced to your Apple ID or iCloud account. Thus, all of the apps using iCloud on your iPhone will no longer get backed up and get data lost when you sign out of your Apple ID. When signing out, the data stored in iCloud will be removed from your device but will remain in iCloud. You can choose to keep a copy of this information on your device before you sign out.

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2. How to sign out of Apple ID on Apple devices

While using multiple Apple devices that are requested to use different Apple IDs for work, for life or for entertainment, you may need to log out of your Apple ID. Doing this helps you to separate your activities for different purposes in terms of contacts, emails, calendars, events, and more. Check out how to sign out of Apple ID on your devices.

2.1. How to Sign Out of Apple ID on a Mac

To sign out of Apple ID on your Mac, follow these steps:

1. On your screen, click the Apple logo in the top left corner.
2. Open System Preferences > Click Apple ID in the top-right corner.
3. Navigate to Overview > Click Sign Out on the bottom.
4. You may be asked to Keep a Copy of your iCloud data before you log out. If yes, after logging out of iCloud, your data will still be available on your Mac.
5. Here you may be asked to enter your Mac’s password to complete signing out. After this step, you will safely log out your Apple ID account on your Mac.

2.2. How to Sign Out of Apple ID on an iPhone, iPod or iPad

With these devices, the process to log out works the same:

1. Go to Settings > Tap to open Apple ID.
2. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and tap Sign Out.
3. Enter your Apple ID password and tap Turn Off in the top right corner.
4. Continue to choose whether to keep a copy for not then tap Sign Out to complete the process.

2.3. How to Sign Out of Apple ID On Apple Watch

With your Apple Watch, after you sign out of Apple ID on the iPhone paired the Apple Watch, it’s automatically signed out from the watch too.

3. How to sign out of Apple ID without a password

If you have known what happens when you sign out of your Apple ID, you can decide whether or not you want to sign out of your Apple ID on your iPhone. If yes, follow our guide below in case you forget your Apple ID password.

3.1. Resetting the Password to Sign out of Apple ID

The easiest way to sign out of Apple ID when forgetting your password is that make a new one to log in. In case you can’t remember the original email or password used to create the Apple ID, you can sign out of Apple ID by resetting your password and replacing it with a new one instead. Following these steps:

1. Head to https://appleid.apple.com/ and click “Sign in.”

2. Click “Forgot Apple ID or password”

3. Enter your Apple ID > “Continue”

4. If you have more than one iOS device signed in to the same Apple ID, you can use another device to allow access. If not, click “Don’t have access to any of your Apple devices.”

5. There will be 3 options showing up. Depending on your situation, you can choose the one to complete resetting your new password.

6. After resetting, go to Settings app > Tap [your name] > Scroll down and tap “Sign out” > Enter your new Apple ID password > Tap “Turn Off”.

3.2. Sign out of Apple ID Without Password in the App Store

Relating to the App Store, Books, Music, and Podcasts on iPhone, you can directly sign out of it without a password. However, this will only sign you out of the above apps. Thus, please be informed that this step is only useful when you need to log out of those apps. Go with the following steps:

1. Go to “Settings” > Tap [your name].

2. Tap “Media & Purchases” > Select “Sign out.”

After this step, you will easily sign out of your Apple ID in the App Store, Books, Music, and Podcasts but not all of the apps on your iPhone.

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3.3. Sign out of Apple ID without a password using third-party software

If none of these options is working for you, you can think of using third-party software such as Easeus, AnyUnlock, etc. There are a few software that claims to allow you to sign out of an Apple ID without a password. However, it may also cause issues with your iPhone or Apple ID if you don’t check reviews that well. Therefore, it’s recommended that you go with this option carefully and after considering the above tips.

That’s all the useful tips you can try on how to sign out of Apple ID. If you still have any problems making your phone less productive, contact us now to get your phone repaired by experienced experts at Bonna Mobile.


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