Help...ipad2, did ios5 upgrade yesterday which made me change apple id for an email account instead of my usual one word username. Now can't update apps because old apple id still pops up asking for also previous pwd.!!

Apple ID big mess...one misspelled username, one "old" username that won't accept pwd and new id that will not pop up for use in app udates or itunes!!!!!! HELP!?

You need to sort out which iTunes account is valid (use iTunes on computer and login with the correct acct/password), as all of your Apps should still be associated with that account. If you are referring to the iCloud account that you set up at the install of iOS5, you can still have have a separate iTunes account that's different than what you use for iCloud. However, Apple recommends that you use your iTunes account login for both if you want to later use music streaming/iTunes Match. If you decide to have different iCloud/iTunes accounts on the same device, go to Setting>Store and then enter your old iTunes account email and password there. If your iCloud username is messed up, you can delete the account from the device under settings>icloud; you can then set up a new one or select that you want to use your iTunes account.

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I changed my Apple ID and now can't update Apps or sign in to Icloud as I'm asked for my Old Apple ID password which is no longer used.

Hi Jamjoint,
Welcome to the Apple Support Community!
It sounds like your Apple ID is used for both the iTunes & App Stores and iCloud. If you edited that Apple ID before signing out of the iCloud on your devices, it may be necessary to edit the Apple ID back to the original email account so that you can sign out of iCloud. Once signed out, you can edit the Apple ID back to the new email account and sign back in. Please use the attached article for further information.
If you're asked for the password to your previous Apple ID when signing out of iCloud
Change your Apple ID temporarily
If signing out and back in to iMessage or FaceTime didn't help, try these steps:
Change your Apple ID to the Apple ID you used previously. You shouldn't need to verify the email address.
Tap Settings > iCloud. Complete these steps only if the Find My [Device] setting is turned on:
Scroll down and tap Sign Out, then tap Sign Out to confirm. If you're using iOS 7 or earlier, tap Delete Account, then tap Delete to confirm.
Tap Keep on My [Device] or Delete from My [Device]. In either case, your data remains in iCloud and will be updated on your device when you sign in to iCloud again.
Enter the password for your previous Apple ID.
Change your Apple ID to the new email address that you want to use. You'll need to verify the email address.
Return to Settings > iCloud and sign in with your new Apple ID.
Cheers,
Joe

I've changed AppleID and now can't update Apps. Help!

I've seen lots of discussion on similar lines but don't seem to find any solutions. To be clear, all I've done is follow instructions from Apple regarding how to change AppleID. I did this as old email account was about to become obsolete. Which also means I can't just change back. When I now try to update Apps, the password popup has the old AppleID hardwired. If I sign out and in with new AppleID this does not change. I don't recall any warning from Apple that changing my AppleID would create this problem. I am now dead scared that it is being treated like a new account which will also cause me problems with music downloads etc. From the amount of similar complaints online I would not seem to be the only victim here. Does anyone have a clear answer to this?

On your iDevice, make sure you first log out then log back in with the updated AppleID.
Settings > Store, tap the account name then Sign out and Sign in.
The AppleID used to purchase the item is embedded into the item at time of purchase.
If you have simply updated your AppleID, just use the current password when the old AppleID shows up. You don't need to (and cannot) change the AppleID to the new AppleID.

I can't update apps because iphone 5 is asking for the password to a different itunes account

In my settings under iTunes and App Store I am signed in with my iTunes account.
However, when I go to update apps it asks me for the password to a different iTunes account - that of my partner who also uses my iMac.
I've tried signing out and signing back in via Settings but it's still asking for my partner's password instead of mine.
What should I do?

the apps were orignially download with the old ID and are linked forever to that old ID. You need ot delete the apps and if you want them you need to download with your currrent ID

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Help! Did IOS5 upgrade on my iPod Touch and my music no longer plays...

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I have the same issue, and I'm pretty mad. Maybe it was the update?

So, my girlfriends old apple ID keeps popping up asking for the password. I have changed my apple ID and my Itunes ID and it still pops up. what do I do?I cant download some of my apps because of it

so, my girlfriends old apple ID keeps popping up asking for the password. I have changed my apple ID and my Itunes ID and it still pops up. what do I do?I cant download some of my apps because of it

If you have any apps downloaded with the other AppleID, those apps
will ask for the other AppleID to update.
Downloads are forever tied to the AppleID used to download them.
Delete the apps associated with the unwanted ID and download them
under your ID. You will have to purchase apps that are not free.
You cannot transfer apps from one Apple ID to another, not can you
merge 2 Apple IDs.

I have changed my icloud user Id and password, but the old user ID still pops up and ask my password. I cannot delete my old icloud account.

I have changed my icloud user Id and password, but the old user ID still pops up and ask for my password. I cannot delete my old icloud account as it keeps asking password of my old user ID. how can I rectify the problem?

Hey HKKL,
Thanks for the question. I understand you are having issue relating to the iCloud account after changing your Apple ID email address. The following article addresses this issue and potential resolution:
iOS 7: If you're asked for the password to your previous Apple ID when signing out of iCloud
https://support.apple.com/kb/TS5223
3. Change your Apple ID temporarily
If signing out and back in to iMessage or FaceTime didn't work, try these steps:
1. Change your Apple ID to the Apple ID you used previously. You shouldn't need to verify the email address.
2. Tap Settings > iCloud and try to sign out.
3. Change your Apple ID to the new email address that you want to use. You'll need to verify the email address.
4. Tap Settings > iCloud and sign in with the new Apple ID.
Thanks,
Matt M.

I was given an iPad years ago as a gift....it was registered in my wife's name at the time...since then, I have gotten most everything switched to my Apple ID and password, but my iCloud is still popping up asking me to log in

MMy Ipad was a gift from my wife years ago...an ipad 2 I believe. It originally was registered in her name and email so it was a suprise...I have since gotten most everything switched to my own Apple id account.My problem is with the iCloud...it still pops up asking me to log in...its still in my wife's name with a long defunct email address.No one remembers the password.How can I switch this to my current iCloud account or delegate this old iCloud id entirely without a password?

Welcome to the Apple community.
If you are unable to remember your password, security questions, don’t have access to your rescue address or are unable to reset your password for whatever reason, your only option is to contact Apple ID Support, upon speaking to an operator you should explain that your problem is related to your Apple ID, this way you will not be charged for assistance, even if you don’t have an AppleCare plan.
You will need to show patience with the procedure and be prepared to demonstrate without question that the account belongs to you. Don’t expect access to be restored immediately and if you aren’t the owner of the Apple ID registered to the device the account won’t be reset.

HT5858 I can't update apps on my iphone 5. theirs an old apple ID. That I don't have the pass word. I've created a new apple ID. but the old one keeps popping up. I have it on the Itunes on the phone but the old one keeps comming up and asking for a pass

I can't update apps on my iphone 5. theirs an old apple ID. That I don't have the pass word. I've created a new apple ID. but the old one keeps popping up. I have it on the Itunes on the phone but the old one keeps comming up and asking for a pass word.

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Hey dentallady!
Here is an article that can help you reset this code:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1212
Take care, and thanks for visiting the Apple Support Communities.
-Braden

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Thanks alot
It worked 100%
I shut down my computer every night
That must not be the same thing as restarting it
Anyway, it updated just fine
Thanks again

Help...ipad2, did ios5 upgrade yesterday which made me change apple id for an email account instead of my usual one word username. Now can't update apps because old apple id still pops up asking for also previous pwd.!!

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