4 Ways to Remove a Device From Apple ID

Dilum Senevirathne is a freelance tech writer specializing in topics related to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Microsoft Windows, and Google web apps. Besides Guiding Tech, you can read his work at iPhone Hacks, Online Tech Tips, Help Desk Geek, MakeUseOf, and Switching to Mac.

Sumukh has a knack for simplifying tech for the masses and helping consumers pick the right gadgets with his in-depth insights and reviews. He decided to hide his engineering degree in the closet to pursue his passion for writing. Over the past 6 years, he has contributed with guides, reviews, and detailed opinions to notable publications like TechPP and XDA-Developers – before donning the Editor hat at Guiding Tech Media.

Method 1: Remove Devices From Apple ID Using an iPhone or iPad

Removing devices from your Apple ID is straightforward on the iPhone and iPad.

Step 1:Tap yourApple IDwithin the Settings app of your iPhone or iPad.Select the devicethat you want to remove.

Step 2:Tap onRemove from account. Then, tapRemoveagain to confirm.

Method 2: Remove Devices From Apple ID Using a Mac

Another easy way to review and delete your list of Apple devices is to use a Mac. A brief dive into the System Settings should help you do that.

Step 1:Click on theApple logoat the top-left corner. Navigate toSystem Settings.

Step 2:Click onyour nameat the top of the left pane where it saysApple ID. Scroll down andselect the deviceyou want to delete.

Step 3:Now, click onRemove from Account. Select theRemovebutton once again.

Method 3: Remove Devices From Apple ID Using the Account Management Portal

If you don’t have another personal iPhone, iPad, or Mac, the Apple ID account management portal should let you remove your devices quickly. This method works on desktop or mobile browsers. So, you can even use a Windows or Android device for this task without issues.

Step 1:Sign in to theApple ID account management portal.

Step 2:Under the Devices section, select thedeviceyou want to remove. Then, click theRemove from accountbutton.

Step 3:Click onRemove this deviceto confirm.

Method 4: Remove Devices From Apple ID Using iCloud

Alternatively, you can use the iCloud website to remove devices from your Apple ID. However, the web app works best on desktops or an iPad running Safari in desktop mode.

Step 1:Open theiCloud websiteand sign in with your Apple ID.

Step 2:Clickyour nameat the upper right corner of the iCloud homepage. Then, selectAccount Settings.

Step 3:Select the deviceyou want to remove from theMy Devicessection.

Step 4:Click theXicon next to the device you want to remove.

Step 5:ClickRemoveto confirm your decision.

FAQs

While you cannot run multiple Apple IDs at once, you canswitch between multiple Apple IDson your iPhone. If you want to remove your device, though, you must remove it from all the IDs you used to sign in.

Yes, you can continue using your iPhone or iPad after removing it from your Apple ID. However, you won’t be able to use some services like iCloud unless you sign in to an Apple ID on your device.

No, you can’t track devices using Find My if they are not signed in to your Apple ID.

Was this helpful?

Last updated on 18 April, 2024

Leave a ReplyCancel reply

Your email address will not be published.Required fields are marked*

Name*

Email*

Comment*

Δ

The article above may contain affiliate links which help support Guiding Tech. The content remains unbiased and authentic and will never affect our editorial integrity.

More in iOS

4 Fixes for Apple Music Album Artwork Not Showing on iPhone

How to Use Shazam on Apple Watch

JOIN THE NEWSLETTER

Get Guiding Tech articles delivered to your inbox.

© 2024 Guiding Tech Media. All Rights Reserved.