Sign in to your Apple Account on the web or in your device settings

Your Apple Account gives you access to Apple services and makes all of your devices work together seamlessly. After you sign in, you can use the App Store, iCloud, iMessage, Apple Music, Apple TV+, and more.

Apple ID is now Apple Account. You can still sign in with the same email address or phone number and password.

Sign in on the web

After you create an Apple Account, you can sign in on any of your Apple devices, some Apple apps on other kinds of devices, and on Apple websites. Here are some of the websites you can use to access your account and data:

Learn what to do if you can’t sign in

Sign in on one of your devices

Learn how to sign in to your Apple Account on one of your Apple devices, or in an Apple app.

Sign in on your iPhone

  1. Open the Settings app.

  2. Tap Apple Account at the top.

    Sign in with your Apple Account in Settings on your iPhone
  3. Choose a method to sign in:

    • Use Another Apple Device: If you have another iPad or iPhone that’s signed in to your Apple Account, bring that device nearby and follow the instructions on both devices to complete sign-in.*

    • Sign in Manually: Enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and your password. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number to complete sign-in.

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* To sign in with another Apple device, Bluetooth must be turned on for both devices and both devices need compatible software. If you don’t see the option to Use Another Apple Device or it isn’t working, update to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS on both devices.

Sign in on your Apple Watch

If you’re already signed in on the iPhone paired with your Apple Watch, you will automatically be signed in to that Apple Account on your watch. Learn more about how to set up and sign in on your Apple Watch.

Sign in on your iPad or Apple Vision Pro

  1. Open the Settings app.

  2. Tap Apple Account at the top of Settings.

    Sign in with your Apple Account in Settings on your iPad
  3. Choose a method to sign in:

    • Use Another Apple Device (iPad only): If you have another iPad or iPhone that’s signed in to your Apple Account, bring that device nearby and follow the instructions on both devices to complete sign-in.*

    • Sign in Manually: Enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and your password. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number to complete sign-in.

Learn what to do if you can’t sign in

* To sign in with another Apple device, Bluetooth must be turned on for both devices and both devices need compatible software. If you don’t see the option to Use Another Apple Device or it isn’t working, update to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS on both devices.

Sign in on your Mac

  1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings.

  2. From the sidebar, click Sign in.

    Sign in with your Apple Account in System Settings on your Mac
  3. Enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and your password. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number and complete sign in.

Learn what to do if you can’t sign in

Sign in on your Windows PC

You can sign in on the web in your web browser. You can also sign in on iCloud for Windows, the Apple Music app, and the Apple TV app.

Sign in on iCloud for Windows

Download iCloud for Windows, then you’ll be prompted to sign in with your Apple Account email address or phone number and password.

Sign in on the Apple Music app or Apple TV app for Windows

  1. Download the Apple Music app or Apple TV app if you haven’t already.

  2. Click Sign In at the bottom of the sidebar.

  3. In this pop-up menu, click Sign In at the bottom of the sidebar.

    Sign in with your Apple Account in the Apple Music app for Windows
  4. Enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and password. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number and complete sign in.

Learn what to do if you can’t sign in

Sign in on your Android mobile device

You can sign in on the web in your web browser. You can also sign in on the Apple Music app or Apple TV app on Android.

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Sign in on your Apple TV

  1. Open the Settings app.

  2. Go to Users and Accounts.

  3. Choose a Suggested User or select Add New User.

  4. Choose whether to use an iPhone or iPad that’s already signed in to the Apple Account you want to add to your Apple TV, or if you want to sign in manually.

  5. If you chose to sign in manually, enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and your password. If prompted, enter the six-digit verification code sent to your trusted device or phone number and complete sign in.

Learn what to do if you can’t sign in

Sign in using the Apple Music app and the Apple TV app on your smart TV or other streaming device

  1. If you didn’t sign in when you opened the app for the first time, you can use Settings in the Apple Music app or Apple TV app to sign in. Use your controller’s back button or left button to open the sidebar.

  2. Go to Settings.

  3. Select Sign in.

  4. Enter your Apple Account email address or phone number and your password. You can also scan the QR code on the screen to use your phone to sign in.

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If you can’t sign in to your Apple Account

When you sign in on the App Store and other media services for the first time, you might need to add a credit card or other payment information. You can’t sign in on the App Store and other media services with more than one Apple Account at the same time, or update the content you buy with a different Apple Account. Depending on how you created your Apple Account, you might be prompted to upgrade to two-factor authentication on an eligible device, or complete account setup on the web.

Apple media services availability might vary by country and region. Learn what’s available in your country or region.

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