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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Changing Apple ID Password on iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch:
- To initiate the process, navigate to "Settings" on your device.
- Tap on "[your name]" to access your personal settings.
- Proceed to "Sign-In & Security."
- Choose "Change Password."
- Enter your current password or device passcode.
- Input a new password and confirm it.
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Changing Child's Apple ID Password:
- For those using iOS or iPadOS with two-factor authentication, changing a child's Apple ID password within the Family Sharing group is possible.
- Navigate to "Settings," then select "Family" and your child's account.
- Access "Apple ID & Password."
- Tap "Change [Child's Name] Password."
- Follow onscreen instructions after entering your device passcode.
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Changing Apple ID Password on Mac:
- On your Mac, open the Apple menu (the apple symbol) and select "System Preferences."
- Choose your name under the "Sign-In & Security" section.
- Click "Change Password."
- You will need to enter your Mac's password before resetting the Apple ID password.
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Changing Apple ID Password on the Web:
- Access appleid.apple.com through a web browser.
- Sign in using your Apple ID credentials.
- In the "Sign-In and Security" section, select "Password."
- Enter your current password and set a new one, confirming it.
- If you forgot your password, opt for the "Change Password" option.
This comprehensive guide covers the spectrum of devices where you might need to change your Apple ID password. Whether it's your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, or through the web, the process is tailored to each platform's interface while adhering to the highest standards of security. For further assistance, consider exploring Apple's official support resources or reaching out to their customer service. Stay secure in the ever-evolving digital landscape!
