Should I create a separate Apple ID for my child?

Make sure that your child has their own Apple ID

Everyone should have their own Apple ID, so don’t share your Apple ID with your child. If your child uses your Apple ID, your child will have access to all your personal content, including text messages and photos.

How do I create a simple Apple ID?

To create an Apple ID on an Apple TV, Android device, smart TV, or streaming device, you can usually follow the steps provided onscreen and enter your full name, date of birth, an email address or phone number, and a payment method.

Does my child need an email address for Apple ID?

If you want to create an Apple ID for a child under 13 years old you have to do it on your own Apple device in Family Sharing. Create a new Apple ID using any email address you want, but choose the birth date so that it puts the child between 13 and 18 years old (you will change this later).

What happens to Apple ID when child turns 13?

Once your child reaches the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age depending on jurisdiction), they will be permitted to maintain their account without participating in Family Sharing.

Does an Apple ID cost money?

Apparently apple ID costs $1. I just created an apple id with my credit card info and right after that I got an automated text from bank that I made a purchase of USD1. Collecting $1 from every individual – good idea to earn some pocket money, apple.

Can I use my Gmail account as Apple ID?

Starting today, you can change your Apple ID from a third-party email service such as Gmail or Yahoo to an Apple domain… The company explains that if your Apple ID is currently associated with a Gmail or Yahoo email address, you can now switch to an@iCloud.com, @me.com, or @mac.com account.

Is Apple ID safe for kids?

Children under 13* can’t create an Apple ID on their own. However, the family organiser can create an Apple ID on their child’s behalf. If your child already has an Apple ID, you can add it to your family group and update their email address, date of birth, security questions, and more.

Can I use my own email for Apple ID?

To use Mail on iCloud.com, go to icloud.com/mail and sign in with your Apple ID. If you have an @icloud.com email address, you can use it to sign in instead of your Apple ID. If youʼre already using another iCloud feature, click the feature’s name at the top of the iCloud.com window, then click Mail.

Why can’t I use a Gmail account for Apple ID?

Helpful answers

If your e-mail address was associated with the ID in any way, for example as a Reachable at or Rescue e-mail address, then it can’t be reused with another Apple ID for approximately one year. You will need to get another e-mail address to use as your Apple ID.

What is an Apple ID example?

Why can’t I use my email address for Apple ID?

It consists of an email address (for example, michael_cavanna@icloud.com) and a password. Apple recommends you use the same Apple ID for all Apple services.

Do you need an Apple ID to use iPhone?

An email address that is already associated with an Apple ID cannot be used as an Apple ID. “Associated with” in this context means that the email address is not: already in use as an Apple ID. used as an alias for an Apple ID.

Can I create Apple ID without iPhone?

You can now use your iPhone without an Apple ID. If you still want to sync your data with other devices you can use services like Google Drive or Google Photos.

How do I link my Apple ID to my Google account?

The short answer is yes. You can set up Apple ID without iPhone. You just need a web browser. Also, note that you can set up an Apple ID without a credit card.

Can you bypass an Apple ID?

To sync content from your Google Account with the Apple apps on your device:
  1. On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Contacts.
  3. Tap Add account.
  4. Tap Add account Google.
  5. Follow the instructions to sign in to your Google Account.
  6. Choose which Google apps to sync with your device.
  7. Tap Save.

Can I use my Apple ID on two iphones?

If you just bought a second-hand iPhone or iPad, and find it associated with an Apple ID or you just make it stuck in iCloud activation lock. In this case, you can contact the seller or the previous owner of the device to help you bypass the Apple ID remotely. This can be done by deleting the device from the iCloud.

What is the point of an Apple ID?

Short answer is you can’t have both. By sharing an Apple ID, you are the same person using 2 different devices.

How can I get someone else’s Apple ID off my iPhone if I don’t know the password?

Your Apple ID is the account you use to access Apple services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. It includes the email address and password you use to sign in as well as all the contact, payment, and security details you use across Apple services.

How do I bypass an old Apple ID?

How do I reset my Apple watch without an Apple ID and previous owner?

How to get rid of someone else’s Apple ID on the App Store
  1. Open App Store. Tap your name (or the previous owner’s name) in the top-right corner of the App Store’s landing page. This brings you to the Account screen.
  2. Scroll down and tap Sign Out, which can be done without having to enter a password.

Why is my iPhone asking for another Apple ID password?

Follow the steps below to by-pass unlock your apple ID.
  1. Go to Apple ID’s official website and click “Forgot Apple ID or password”
  2. Enter your Apple ID.
  3. Select the option to reset your password, then click continue.
  4. Choose how to reset your password.