Follow these steps to change your Apple ID password.
Change your Apple ID password on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch
- Tap Settings > [your name] > Sign-In & Security.
- Tap Change Password.
- Enter your current password or device passcode, then enter a new password and confirm the new password. Forgot your password?
- Tap Change or Change Password.
Change your child's Apple ID password
If you have an iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS or iPadOSand two-factor authentication turned on for your Apple ID, you can change the Apple ID password for a child account in your Family Sharing group.
- Tap Settings > Family > your child's account.
- Tap Apple ID & Password.
- Tap Change [Child's Name]Password.
- Enter your device passcode and follow the onscreen instructions.
Learn more about an Apple ID account for your child under 13 (age varies by region)
Change your Apple ID password on your Mac
- Choose Apple menu > System Settings, then select your name.
- Select Sign-In & Security.
- Select Change Password. Before you can reset your Apple ID password, you'll be required to enter the password used to unlock your Mac.
Change your Apple ID password on the web
- Sign in toappleid.apple.com.
- In the Sign-In and Security section, select Password.
- Enter your current password, then enter a new password and confirm the new password. Forgot your password?
- Select Change Password.
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Now, let's delve into the step-by-step guide provided in the article:
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Change Apple ID Password on iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch:
- Navigate to Settings on your device.
- Select your name and go to Sign-In & Security.
- Tap on Change Password.
- Input your current password or device passcode.
- Enter a new password and confirm it.
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Change Child's Apple ID Password (with two-factor authentication):
- On a device with the latest iOS or iPadOS, and with two-factor authentication enabled:
- Go to Settings, then Family, and choose your child's account.
- Tap on Apple ID & Password.
- Select Change [Child's Name] Password.
- Enter your device passcode and follow the onscreen instructions.
- On a device with the latest iOS or iPadOS, and with two-factor authentication enabled:
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Change Apple ID Password on Mac:
- Click on the Apple menu () and go to System Settings.
- Choose your name and then select Sign-In & Security.
- Click on Change Password.
- Note that you'll need to enter your Mac unlock password before resetting your Apple ID password.
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Change Apple ID Password on the Web:
- Sign in to appleid.apple.com.
- In the Sign-In and Security section, choose Password.
- Enter your current password and set a new one.
Remember, the importance of safeguarding your Apple ID cannot be overstated, and changing your password regularly contributes to the overall security of your account. This comprehensive guide covers the diverse ways users can modify their Apple ID passwords, ensuring that users can follow the steps that best suit their preferred platform or device.
If you have any specific queries or require further clarification on any of these steps, feel free to ask.
