What does this device is already associated with an Apple ID?
You might see the message “this device is already associated with an Apple ID” for a few reasons, such as you’ve changed the Apple ID (iTunes Store account) on your device. For more information on this message and help with identifying the cause, see View and remove associated devices in iTunes. All the best.
How do I disassociate an Apple ID from my Mac?
How to Remove an Apple ID / iCloud Account from MacOS Catalina and later
- Go to the Apple menu in the upper left corner then choose ‘System Preferences’
- Choose “Apple ID” and then click on “Overview”
- Click on “Log Out” at the bottom left corner and confirm you wish to log out of iCloud on the Mac.
What to do if your Apple ID is being used on another device?
Change your Apple ID password and choose a strong password. Review all the personal and security information in your account. Update any information that isn’t correct or that you don’t recognize, including: Your name.
How do I remove an unknown device from my Apple ID?
Click Account Details, then click Manage Apple ID. Click the device to see its details, then click Remove from Account. Review the message that appears, then click again to confirm you want to remove the device.
How do I change the Apple ID associated with my Mac?
How to change Apple ID on Mac
- Navigate to appleid.apple.com in your browser.
- Sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- Click Edit in the Account section.
- Select Change Apple ID under your current email address.
- Enter the new email and press Continue.
How do I reset my Apple ID on my Mac?
On your Mac Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Apple ID. Click Password & Security. If you’re asked to enter your Apple ID password, click “Forgot Apple ID or password” and follow the onscreen instructions.
How can I remove a device from my Apple ID?
This method works on desktop or mobile browsers, so you can even use a Windows or Android device for this task with no issues.
- Step 1: Sign in to the Apple ID account management portal.
- Step 2: Select the device that you want to remove from underneath the Devices section, and then click or tap Remove From Account.
How do I unlink my phone number from my Apple ID?
There are two ways to do this:
- On your iPhone, go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive. Select your Apple ID at the bottom of the screen and tap Sign Out.
- If the phone number that you want to remove belongs to an iPhone that you can’t access, change your Apple ID password.
What to do if device is having issues with Microsoft account?
Go to account.microsoft.com/devices, sign in, and select the device that’s having issues. Select Start order, then follow the instructions.
Can a device account be associated with a user?
Device accounts aren’t associated with individual users. A device account can only be active on one device at a time. If you use device accounts, each device should have its own separate license for apps. For single-purpose devices, you should use device accounts, even if user accounts seem to have the functionality you want.
Where do I find devices associated with my iTunes account?
You might need to sign in with your Apple ID. Scroll to the iTunes in the Cloud section, then click Manage Devices. You’ll see the list of devices associated with your account for purchases.
How can I add a device to my Microsoft account?
On an iOS device: Download Microsoft Edge from the Apple App Store and sign in with your Microsoft account. On an Android device: Download Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Launcher, or Your Phone Companion from the Google Play Store and sign in with your Microsoft account. MacOS devices can’t be added at this time. Register a device to see its warranty