FAQs
You can have ten devices (no more than five computers) associated with your Apple ID for purchases at one time. When you try to associate a device that was previously associated, you might notice a message that says, "This device is associated with another Apple ID.
How do I remove devices connected to my Apple ID? ›
Use your iPhone or iPad to remove a device
- Tap Settings > [your name], then scroll down.
- Tap the device to find its details, then tap Remove from Account.
- Review the message that appears, then tap again to confirm that you want to remove the device.
Use your iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch to find where you're signed in
- Tap Settings > [your name], then scroll down.
- Tap any device name to view that device's information, such as the device model, serial number, OS version and whether it's a trusted device that can be used to receive Apple ID verification codes.
You can have ten devices (no more than five computers) associated with your Apple ID for purchases at one time. When you try to associate a device that was previously associated, you might notice a message that says, "This device is associated with another Apple ID.
What happens if you remove an Apple device from your Apple ID? ›
Activation Lock is removed immediately, and your device is also immediately removed from Find My. All your content is erased, and someone else can now activate the device.
How do I kick all devices off my Apple ID? ›
- Click Manage Apple ID.
- In the My Devices section, you'll see a list of all the devices signed into your iCloud account.
- Then click Remove From Account.
Method 1. Unlink Two iPhones with Same Apple ID via Settings
- Locate Settings on your iPhone and tap your Apple ID name.
- Scroll down to find your another iPhone and tap Remove from Account.
- Tap Remove from Account again to unlink this device from Apple ID.
If you're running iOS 16 or later, see How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe. Check which devices are signed in to your Apple ID by going to Settings > [your name]. If you see a device you don't recognize, tap on that device name and select “Remove from Account.”
How to tell if someone is remotely accessing your iPhone? ›
How can I tell if someone is accessing my iOS device remotely? Look out for signs, such as unusual battery drain, overheating, unexpected data usage, unfamiliar apps, settings changes, and unusual behavior on your device. These could indicate unauthorized access.
How do I know if my phone is linked to another device? ›
You can go into your settings and turn on Bluetooth, see what devices have been connected or paired. Same with mirroring, nearby share, screensharing. Check to see if auto scan nearby devices is on, NFC, etc. Some lower versions of Android aren't capable of some of them.
Review devices
- Go to your Google Account.
- On the left navigation panel, select Security .
- On the Your devices panel, select Manage all devices.
- You'll see devices where you're currently signed in to your Google Account or have been in the last few weeks.
If you no longer have the device because you gave it away or sold it, you need to remotely erase it before you can remove it from the account. Content from the device is erased but not any of your previous backups stored in iCloud.
Can 2 Apple devices share the same Apple ID? ›
You can choose what you have on each of your iPhones separately, and still have the same Apple ID on both.
How do I see and remove devices from my Apple ID? ›
Sign in to appleid.apple.com, then select Devices. Select the device to find its details, then select Remove from Account. Review the message that appears. Click again to confirm you want to remove the device.
How do I see what devices are using my Apple ID? ›
Find devices in your list
- Tap Settings > [your name], then scroll down.
- Tap any device name to view that device's information, such as the device model, serial number, OS version, and whether it's a trusted device that can be used to receive Apple ID verification codes.
Your data is tied to your Apple ID. Delete the ID and you will delete the data tied to the Apple ID. All purchases made using an Apple ID are tied to the ID. Delete the ID and you will need to download them using your new ID.
How to log out Apple ID from other devices? ›
Sign out on your iPhone, iPad or Apple Vision Pro
Go to Settings, then tap your name. Scroll down to the bottom. Tap Sign Out. Enter your Apple ID password and tap Turn Off.
How can I remove someone from my Apple ID? ›
On your Mac
- Choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Family.
- Click the name of the family member that you want to remove.
- Click Remove [your family member's name] from Family.
- Click Remove [your family member's name] to confirm.
Enter your Apple ID password and tap Turn Off. If you're using iOS 10.2 or earlier, tap Settings > iCloud > Sign Out. Tap Sign Out again, then tap Delete from My [device] and enter your Apple ID password. Then go to Settings > iTunes & App Store > Apple ID > Sign Out.
How do I stop my Apple devices from being linked? ›
To disable this you can go to Settings > General > AirDrop, and toggle the Bring Devices Together option off.
