This guide teaches you how to sign out of your Apple ID and iCloud from your iPhone or iPad. Whether you are using iOS 10.3 or later, or iOS 10.2.1 or earlier, the steps are straightforward and easy to follow.
Before you start: Make sure you have your Apple ID password handy.
How to sign out of your Apple ID and iCloud
Follow these steps to successfully sign out of your Apple ID and iCloud on your device based on your iOS version.
Using iOS 10.3 or later
- First, open the Settings app. The Settings app looks like a gray gear icon on your iPhone’s Home screen.
- Next, tap on your Apple ID at the top. Your Apple ID name and picture will be listed at the top of your Settings menu.
- Scroll down and tap the red Sign Out button at the bottom of the Apple ID menu.
- Enter your Apple ID password. You will need to turn off Find My iPhone to sign out.
- Tap Turn Off in the pop-up box that appears to disable Find My iPhone.
- Select the types of data you want to keep on your device. Slide the switch to On for the data types you want to keep, such as iCloud Contacts.
- Finally, tap the Sign Out button to confirm your choices.
- Confirm your action in the pop-up that appears.
Using iOS 10.2.1 or earlier
- First, open the Settings app. The Settings app looks like a gray gear icon on your iPhone’s Home screen.
- Scroll down and tap iCloud, listed next to a blue cloud icon halfway through your Settings menu.
- Scroll down and tap Sign Out. This option is written in red at the bottom of the iCloud menu.
- Tap Sign Out in the pop-up confirmation box.
- Next, tap Delete from My iPhone/iPad to confirm the deletion of iCloud Notes from the device.
- Select whether to keep your Safari data or delete it.
- Enter your Apple ID password. You will need to turn off Find My iPhone to sign out.
- Tap Turn Off in the pop-up box to complete the sign-out process.
Pro tip: Make sure to back up any critical data before signing out of your Apple ID, as logged out data may not be accessible until signing back in.
In summary, signing out of your Apple ID and iCloud can help you manage your account and device settings effectively. By following the steps for your specific iOS version, you can effortlessly log out without losing important information. Make sure you understand the implications of logging out, especially about your data and app access, to ensure a smooth experience.
