If you’ve forgotten your Apple Account password, this guide provides detailed steps to help you reset your Apple Account password using your trusted devices, the web, or Apple Support options.

A step-by-step guide to resetting your Apple Account password

Follow these methods depending on your device, access, or situation to regain access to your account securely.

Resetting your password on an iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro, or Apple Watch

  • Open the Settings app on your device.
  • Tap your name at the top of the screen.
  • SelectSign-In & Security.
  • ChooseChange Password.
  • Enter your new password twice. It must be at least eight characters long, including at least one number, one uppercase letter, and one lowercase letter, then tapContinue.
  • If prompted, decide whether to sign out of other devices—do so if you suspect unauthorized access. You will receive an email notification confirming the update to your Apple Account.
  • If you are logged out or using a new device, tapApple Account at the top in Settings.
  • TapSign in manually.
  • TapForgot password? and follow the on-screen instructions, which may involve entering a code sent to a trusted device.

Resetting your password on a Mac

  • Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner.
  • SelectSystem Settings….
  • Click your name.
  • ClickSign-In & Security.
  • ClickChange Password….
  • Enter your Mac password to authorize the changes.
  • Type your new password twice.
  • Choose whether to sign out on other devices.
  • ClickChange when finished.

Resetting your password on the web

  • Visitiforgot.apple.com.
  • ClickReset Password.
  • Enter the email or phone number linked to your Apple Account.
  • Enter the code shown in the grey box and clickContinue.
  • If required, enter your phone number and clickContinue.
  • Check your Apple devices for a notification and clickReset Password on the device.
  • Enter your new password, verify it by entering it again, and clickChange.

Resetting your password with Apple Support

  • Open the Apple Support app on a borrowed device or visit an Apple Store.
  • TapReset Password.
  • SelectHelp Someone Else.
  • Enter your Apple Account email or phone number and tapContinue.
  • Follow the on-screen prompts, which may include entering a verification code sent to your trusted phone number.

Using a recovery contact

  • If you have a recovery contact set up, contact them for assistance in resetting your password.
  • Provide any requested information to your recovery contact.
  • Ask the recovery contact for the code they receive.
  • Enter that code on your device and follow the steps to reset your password.

Using account recovery

  • If all other methods fail, start account recovery by visiting iforgot.apple.com.
  • Provide the requested information about your account.
  • Wait for Apple to process your request; you will receive an email, text, or phone call with further instructions.
  • Follow those instructions to complete the recovery.

Changing your Apple Account email

  • On an iPhone or iPad, openSettings, tap your name, and selectSign-In & Security.
  • Tap your primary email address.
  • Remove or change it as needed, following the prompts.
  • On the web, visitaccount.apple.com and sign in.
  • ClickSign-In and Security, then Email & Phone Numbers.
  • ClickRemove next to the primary email and follow the prompts to add a new one.
Pro tip: After resetting your password, enable two-factor authentication if it’s not already active, and store your new password in a secure password manager to avoid future issues.

Once you’ve successfully reset your Apple Account password, update it across all your devices to ensure seamless access. Sign back into your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other Apple devices using the new credentials, and verify that everything functions correctly, such as iCloud syncing or App Store purchases.

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Review your account security settings by going to Settings > your name > Sign-In & Security on your device. Consider adding a recovery contact or updating trusted phone numbers to make future recoveries easier. If you changed your email, double-check that all associated services, like email forwarding, are properly configured.

Monitor your account for any unusual activity in the coming days by checking your email notifications from Apple. If needed, contact Apple Support for additional verification steps to fully secure your account.