How to perform an Apple ID password reset

Forgot your Apple ID password? Don’t panic! This article will guide you in resetting your Apple ID password in a variety of situations and provide security advice to help you easily regain your account access.

Even if you have a great memory, forgetting your password happens from time to time. Forgot Apple credentials can cause you to lose access to iCloud, Game Center, App Store, and numerous other apps. Even if you remember your password, changing your password regularly is a good security measure.

Whether you reset it because you forgot your password or actively reset it for security reasons, let's make sure you remember it this time. Continue reading and find a solution to the password problem.

Reset Apple ID Password from any device

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Reset Apple ID Password with your email address or security issues

If you remember to sign up for Apple's email address, you can reset your Apple ID password online. You do this without logging into your Apple device.

1. Go to iforgot.apple.com
2. Enter your email or phone number
3. Enter the safe character and click Continue.
4. Select "My Password" and click "Continue".
5. Select Receive Email or Answer Security Questions to reset your Apple ID password.
6. Select an option and click "Continue".

If you choose to reset your Apple ID password by email, follow these steps:

1. Check your inbox for recovery emails with Apple ID account.
2. Click "Reset Now" and you will be taken to the password reset page.
3. Enter and reconfirm your new password.
4. Click "Reset Password".

If you select Answer Security Questions:

1. Enter your date of birth and click Continue.
2. Answer two security questions and click "Continue".
3. Enter your new password and re-confirm.
4. Click "Reset Password".

You can now log in to the Apple service using your new Apple ID password.

However, the recovery process you perform through iforgot.apple.com may vary, and the website may not provide the option to recover through an email address or security issues. Here is a guide to this situation:

1. Go to iforgot.apple.com.
2. Enter your email or phone number.
3. Enter the safe character and click Continue.
4. Make sure you are ready to wait longer than usual to recover your password (there may be several such problems).
5. Enter your phone number (if you have access) and confirm with the password you received. If you cannot access your phone, skip this step.
6. Enter the payment card number bound to your Apple ID.

Now you have to wait for your Apple ID account to recover your email. This may take several days.

If you reset your Apple ID password when connecting to public Wi-Fi, be aware of security issues. Public Wi-Fi is usually not secure. Hackers can monitor users and intercept sensitive information they send.

While Apple has a way to protect new Apple credentials sent over the network, it is still wise to use a VPN to add a layer of security. For example, you can use ClearVPN to protect your internet connection before resetting and creating a new password. The method is as follows:

1. Download and open ClearVPN.
2. Select Smart Connect.
3. Click "Connection".

Now you can reset your password and know you are protected from spies and hackers.

Reset Apple ID password from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac

You can reset your Apple password with or without using your Mac device. However, it is easier to operate if you are already logged into your Apple device.

How to Change Apple ID Password on Mac

Changing your Apple ID password on your Mac is very simple. No need to contact Apple and wait for the email to be restored. There are several steps you can use to reset your Apple password with a new password.

1. Click the Apple icon > System Settings.
2. Select your Apple ID.
3. Click "Login and Security" > "Change Password".
4. Enter your current password and click "Allow".
5. Enter and verify your new password.
6. Click "Change".

You can now log in to your Apple account with your new password.

How to Change Apple ID Password on iPhone and iPad

The method of resetting your Apple ID password on iPhone and iPad is similar. Create a new password in just a few simple steps.

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on your name.
3. Click "Login and Security" > "Change Password".
4. Enter your current password.
5. Then, enter and confirm your new password.
6. Click "Change Password" to save the changes.

Your new Apple ID password is valid on all Apple devices.

How to reset Apple password using other Apple devices

What if you forget your Apple password and want to listen to your iCloud playlist on a friend’s device? You cannot use the steps above, as these steps are only valid if you are logged into your Apple device.

If you forget your Apple ID password and want to reset it on an Apple device that does not belong to you, follow these steps:

1. Download the Apple Support App (for iPhone and iPad).
2. Scroll down to Support Tools.
3. Click "Reset Password" > "Help Others".
4. Enter your Apple ID. If you don't remember your Apple ID, you can continue using your email address or phone number.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset your password.

Again, you can now use the new password on your Apple account.

How to restore Apple ID if you can't access your Apple device

Recovering your Apple ID or your email to sign up for Apple can be tricky. Apple used to allow users to recover their Apple ID online, but now it won't work. There are several ways you can try to find your Apple ID.

Find your Apple ID on iPad and iPhone

1. Click "Settings" > "Login and Security"
2. Find the email address or phone number to register for Apple.

Find your Apple ID on your Mac

1. Click on the Apple menu > System Settings.
2. Select your Apple ID>Login & Security.

You will find the email address and phone number that allows you to log in. Or, you can:

• Search for emails sent by Apple to find your Apple ID.
• Open an app like the App Store or FaceTime to find your Apple ID.
• If you are part of the Apple Family Sharing Group, ask your family to find your Apple ID.
• Or use the iforgot.apple.com method we described above.

The chance of successfully recovering Apple ID depends on whether you are logged in to any Apple service or retaining the email they sent to you.

Remember and keep your password secure with Secrets 4

If you forget your Apple password once, you may forget it again. You might consider writing it down or saving it to a document to prevent similar events from happening. Unfortunately, neither method is good.

Saving passwords on paper or digitally puts them at risk of exposure, whether intentionally or unintentionally. If a hacker has your password, they can easily access your Apple account and services.

Instead, it's better to use a secure password manager like Secrets 4. Secrets 4 stores and remembers all your passwords so you don't have to remember them. It uses advanced encryption technology to prevent anyone from accessing them. You can also use Secrets 4 to generate, change, and manage passwords for Apple and other services.

Follow these steps to generate and store your Apple ID password using Secrets 4:

1. Download and open Secrets 4.
2. Click the “ ” icon.
3. Select Login.
4. Enter the name of the password.
5. Click the circular arrow icon to generate a random password. You can change the password length and select the character type.
6. Click "Done" to save your Apple ID password.

This way, you will never forget your Apple ID password.

How to set up your 2FA correctly

Changing your password can help protect your Apple account from unauthorized access. Another way to strengthen account protection is to set up 2FA.

2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) requires you to verify your identity with two different credentials before you can gain access. Here is how to set up 2FA on your MacBook.

1. Click the Apple icon > System Settings.
2. Select your Apple ID.
3. Click "Login & Security" > "Two-factor authentication".
4. Select and set one or more 2FAs that your Mac supports.
   1. Verification code allows Apple to generate a 6-digit code that you can use to log in
   2. The Apple ID's security key uses a special thumb drive to store some of the information needed to verify your identity. Without entering a 6-digit code, you just need to plug in the device when you log in to your Apple account.
   3. A trusted phone number allows you to enter your phone number. When you sign in with your Apple ID, Apple sends a 6-digit code to your phone.

Some services may use authentication applications for 2FA. For example, you can use an authentication app like Step Two to enable 2FA for Google accounts. To do this, do the following:

1. Download and open Step Two.
2. Enable the authentication app on Google or other services that support this feature (click the account icon in the upper right corner of your browser > Manage your Google Account > Security > Two-step Verification > Authentication App > Setting up an authentication app)
3. You will see a QR code on the screen.
4. Then, click the “ ” icon on Step Two to start the QR code scanning program.
5. Drag and locate the scanner on the screen onto the QR code.
6. After scanning, Step Two will generate a time-based one-time password (TOTP) to log in to the service.

With Step Two, you can automatically generate TOTP for different applications.

How to find Apple ID Password without reset

The original password can only be found if you save it manually. Otherwise, you need to reset it and create a new password.

Here's how to save passwords on your Mac and retrieve them later:

1. Click the Apple icon > System Settings.
2. Click "Password" and enter your password.
3. Click the “ ” icon.
4. Fill in your credentials.
5. Click "Add Password".

To retrieve the password:

1. Click the Apple icon > System Settings > Password.
2. Select "My Password".
3. Click on the password you saved.
4. In the dialog box, click the Password box to display your password.

What if Apple ID password reset doesn't work?

If you tried all possible ways to reset your Apple ID password and all failed, your only option is to request account recovery on iforgot.apple.com. Once launched, you will need to wait up to 72 hours before you receive Apple’s recovery email. If you are submitting a request from your device, please do not use it while you are waiting. Otherwise, the request may be cancelled. Remember that an account recovery request is submitted only if all other methods fail.

Please read also:

• Use "Login with Apple" anywhere
• How to Change Apple ID Email
• Fixed the issue where Mac cannot connect to iCloud
• Email leak

The best options for resetting your Apple ID password

To summarize:

• If you are logged into your Apple device, resetting them from your system settings is the best way to do it.
• If you are using an Apple device that does not belong to you, please use the Apple Support app to reset your Apple ID password online. You still need to remember some identity information, such as your phone number, email or credit card to do so.
• If you cannot access any Mac, iPhone, or iPad, please visit iforgot.apple.com to change your password.

Then, use Secrets 4 to securely save your Apple ID password so you don't lose it again.

Forgot your Apple ID password?

Remembering your Apple ID password can be challenging, especially if you set up a strong password that contains special characters. If you forget your Apple ID password, you can try resetting it in your Mac, iPhone, or iPad settings, via iforgot.apple.com or Apple Support app.

Either way, you need a better way to remember your password. For example, you can use Secrets 4 and Step Two to avoid forgetting your password again. Also, don't forget to use ClearVPN when logging in to your account on public Wi-Fi for security. You can find and download the app we mentioned on Setapp - a subscription service that gives you access to dozens of security and productivity tools for macOS and iOS.

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