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What can I do if I've forgotten my Apple ID and can't recover my password?

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If you don't know your Apple ID, and can't recover your Apple ID or password using the iForgot website, you're out of luck. Apple can't verify your identity if you don't have a recovery email address associated with your account. You'll need to start from scratch with a new Apple ID.

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Why won't Apple delete my Apple ID?

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Permanently deleting your ID is not actually an available option, so it's up to the person you're talking to as to whether or not your account will be deleted. Try to stay polite and ask for your call to be escalated if you absolutely have to have your Apple ID deleted.

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I phoned and cancelled my Apple account but now need to erase my details off my Apple iPod touch. How can I do this if it wants my password, which I don't have anymore?

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Luckily, there is the iActivate Apple ID removal tool that can fix your problem.

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Can I merge Apple IDs?

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Unfortunately, you cannot merge two different Apple IDs. You also cannot transfer purchases between two different IDs.

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How do I remove the Apple ID of the previous owner of my iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch?

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If you've bought an iOS device used, the previous owner may have forgotten to log out of their Apple ID account. This will prevent you from being able to reset and activate the device, and you won't be able to log in with your own Apple ID. Contact the previous owner and have them visit iCloud's "Find" page . Once they log in with their Apple ID, they can remove your device from their account.

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Can I merge Apple IDs?

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No, you cannot merge two different Apple IDs or transfer purchases between them.

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I already have an Apple ID and I forgot my password, but when I go to the Apple ID page, it says that my Apple ID does not exist! What can I do?

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With many services, if you do not log in for a while, they will remove your account. You may just need to make a new account.

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What should I do if my ex uses my email address?

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If you don't want this, change your password and your security measures. If you're unable to, contact Apple Support.

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Someone got into my account and is using it. Am I responsible?

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Legally yes, the Apple ID is in your name. If you have a security issue, contact Apple.

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We are required to establish an Apple ID for all things Apple. Is it possible to use the same password for all that is Apple?

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Yes, through the Apple DEP program. Go to their website and search for this program. It's under business.

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How is it that when I go to the apps store and ask for free apps, I'm being charged? There's no price shown.

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When you download free apps, there should be no charge on your account. As long as the app's install button says 'free', you should be fine. The charges might be showing up due to in-app purchases.

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