09/30/2026
How to Delete Apple ID Permanently
Thinking about deleting your Apple ID? Before you do, make sure you understand what happens to your iCloud data, subscriptions, purchases, backups, and other Apple services.
Here’s a quick step-by-step guide:
Step 1. Go to Apple’s Privacy page and sign in with the Apple ID you want to delete.
Step 2. Select Request to delete your account under the account deletion section.
Step 3. Choose a reason for deleting your Apple Account, then click Continue.
Step 4. Review the important information about deleting your Apple ID and click Continue.
Step 5. Read Apple’s deletion terms and conditions carefully, then click Continue.
Step 6. Choose how you want to receive updates about your Apple ID deletion request and click Continue.
Step 7. Save the access code provided by Apple, then click Continue.
Step 8. Enter the access code and click Continue. After your identity is verified, Apple will process your account deletion request.
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Decide to delete an Apple ID? Read this guide in advance to get a full understanding of what will happen after deleting your Apple ID and how to do it.