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Can I merge two Apple IDs?

No. Apple IDs cannot be merged. You could create a family share between the two IDs if necessary.
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What do I do if I have two Apple IDs?

Unfortunately, Apple doesn't offer a way to merge Apple ID accounts when this happens. Instead, you'll need to manually transfer data from one Apple ID to another so that you can switch to using a single account again. It's not possible to transfer absolutely everything between Apple ID accounts, though.
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How do I transfer everything from one Apple ID to another?

Transfer Data from One Apple ID to Another on iPhone

You can take advantage of this feature to swap your Apple ID without losing data. First log out of the current account, choose to download the data on your iPhone > Then log in to another account, open the sync option, and upload the data to that account.
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Can you link 2 Apple IDs to iPhone?

Not many people are aware of this, but it is possible to sign in and use multiple Apple IDs on an iPhone or iPad. You can log in and set up multiple Apple IDs on an iOS device from the Settings app, and use them for different purposes like contacts, email, notes, bookmarks, etc.
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How to merge 2 iCloud accounts?

  1. Sign in Two iCloud Accounts and Head to iCloud Sync.
  2. Confirm the Source Account and the Target Account.
  3. Select iCloud Content to Transfer.
  4. Sign in AnyDrive.
  5. Add Second Cloud Account.
  6. Choose Files You Want to Sync.
  7. iCloud Calendar Sharing.
  8. Joy Taylor.
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Combining Two Apple ID Accounts

Can 2 Apple IDs share the same iCloud?

Your entire family can share a single iCloud storage plan large enough to store everyone's photos, videos, and files. Each person's files and documents remain private, but it's easy to see how much storage everyone is using. If you need more space, you can upgrade to a larger plan at any time.
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Can two Apple IDs use the same iCloud?

You can use one Apple ID for iCloud and another for Messages/FaceTime, but you can't use 2 Apple IDs for one sign in such as iCloud.
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Can two different Apple IDs use the same phone number?

You can use one phone number per Apple ID. In some countries or regions, you can use your phone number as your Apple ID. Are you looking to use your phone number as an Apple ID? Any time you set up an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you have the option to sign in with your existing Apple ID or create a new account.
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How do I delete an old Apple ID?

How to delete an Apple ID account
  1. Go to Apple's Data and Privacy website. ...
  2. In the Delete your account section, click Request to delete your account. ...
  3. Select a reason to delete your account from the drop-down menu, then click Continue. ...
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to continue with account deletion.
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Will I lose my photos if I create a new Apple ID?

Similar questions. You wont lose your data as they will ask if you want to backup your data. When changing to the new ID, there may be some data loss, but you can minimize it. If syncing photos with iCloud, ensure Optimization is turned off in Settings/Your Name/iCloud/Photos and/or in Photos/Preferences/iCloud.
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How do I remove my old Apple ID from my iPhone and add a new one?

Go to Settings>iTunes & App Store>Apple ID. Tap the old ID and sign out. Then sign in with the new ID.
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How do I delete my Apple ID without losing everything?

Sign out of the common Apple ID, to include FaceTime and Messages, create a new ID for yourself, and then sign back in. The contents of the phone should remain intact. Purchases are tied to the Apple ID that was used to purchase them, so they would have to be obtained by the new Apple ID.
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Why does my old Apple ID keep showing up?

Try going to settings>iTunes and App Store and make sure that you are signed in to the correct Apple ID. Also more than likely there was an app or something purchased under that Apple ID and needs an update so just make sure you're signed into the correct account.
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What happens if two iPhones have the same Apple ID?

All the critical and sensitive information will be shared mutually between the two iPhones. The other iPhone user can access all the text messages, photos, and call logs. The other person can change the playlist. The other person can change the password and lock your device.
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How do I Unmerge two iPhones?

To unmerge a device:
  1. Navigate to the device's Device Settings screen.
  2. Tap "Merged Device (#)" at the bottom.
  3. Deselect the devices you'd like to unmerge.
  4. Tap "Done."
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How do I merge two iPhones together?

  1. Merge Two iPhones. ...
  2. Choose Phone to iPhone to Migrate. ...
  3. Choose the Source and Target Phones and Click Next. ...
  4. Select the Data You Want to Merge and Click Next. ...
  5. Choose Backup Manager and Click Backup History. ...
  6. Find and Open Your Old iTunes Backup. ...
  7. Choose Data and Click To Device. ...
  8. Choose iCloud Backup and Continue.
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Can I change my Apple ID to a new email?

Change your Apple ID step-by-step
  1. Go to Apple's Manage My Account page and sign in with your current Apple ID and password. ...
  2. Under Account, click Edit then click Change Apple ID.
  3. Enter your new email address and click Continue.
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Does changing your Apple ID password delete anything?

Just change it, and you will lose nothing. See the instructions below for changing an Apple ID.
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How do I know if someone is using my Apple ID?

From the Devices section of your Apple ID account page, you can find all of the devices that you're currently signed in to with your Apple ID, including Android devices, consoles, and smart TVs: Sign in to appleid.apple.com,* then select Devices.
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Will I lose my iCloud if I make a new Apple ID?

You can log out of your current account and into a new one.

Keep in mind, things like apps, your Apple Music subscription, and your iCloud storage plan won't transfer over. That's why you should only log out of your Apple ID and into a new one if you have backed up your iCloud data or canceled your subscriptions.
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What happens when I switch Apple IDs?

If you simply intend to change your Apple ID, your data won't go anywhere. But if you're switching to another Apple ID, some data will be removed from your device. Although, you can always restore it if saved on iCloud.
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What happens if I create a new Apple ID on an iPhone that already used another Apple ID?

Everything is tied to the AppleID... creating a new one means you must repurchase/download apps, books, music, etc under the new ID. Content cannot be transferred between IDs.
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Does deleting your Apple ID delete your iCloud account?

Since iCloud is automatically linked to your Apple ID, you'll also need to delete your Apple ID to move ahead. However, an Apple ID is necessary to use Apple services, and by deleting it, you will lose access to all Apple features and remove all stored data, contacts, and settings.
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Do all Apple IDs end in iCloud?

Depending on when you created your iCloud account, your iCloud email addresses and aliases may end with @icloud.com, @me.com, or @mac.com domains. Learn how these email addresses are granted.
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