Can’t remember your Apple ID password, or just need to update it? Follow along for how to change your Apple ID password.
2022: We’ve updated this guide with the latest information in this new article.
There are a few ways to reset or change your Apple ID password. We’ll take a look at the process on iPhone and iPad, as well as how to make the change on the web.
How to change your Apple ID password
iPhone & iPad:
- Open Settings and tap your name
- Tap Password & Security
- Choose Change Password at the top
- Enter your passcode if required, enter new password, then verify it by typing it again below
- Tap Change in the top right corner
Here’s how the process looks:
On the web if you know your password:
- If you know your password, sign in to your Apple ID
- Click Change Password under the Security section
- Enter your current password, then new password, then verify it by typing it again
- Click Change Password
On the web if you don’t know your password:
- If you need to reset a forgotten Apple ID password, head here on the web
- Follow the prompts to recover your account and set a new password
For more help getting the most out of your Apple devices, check out our how to guide as well as the following articles:
- How to change your Apple ID birthdate
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- How to check the model of your AirPods and charging case
- How to fix AirPods that won’t connect to your iPhone
- Upgrade to new AirPods? Here’s how to rename the ‘AirPods #2’ default
- How to use Twitter’s automatic and black dark modes on iPhone
- How to get the most money from selling your used AirPods
- How to use PayPal for your Apple ID payment method
- How to change your Apple ID payment method
