How do I change my primary email address?

I no longer use my primary email address, and want to change it to my currently used one

Typically, your primary email address is your Apple ID. If that is the case with you, then you want to go to Manage your Apple ID and sign in: Apple - My Apple ID
Next to your Apple ID/Primary email Address you will see an Edit button. Click this button to change the Apple ID/Primary email address to the new address.
BEFORE YOU DO THIS: Be sure to sign out of iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and the iTunes & App Store on your iOS devices and on your computer.
Once you have changed the Apple ID/Primary email address, sign back into each of those apps with the new ID.
Cheers,
GB

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I am trying to change my primary email address for it has been compromised. the email address I am trying to change it to is my rescue email address? how do I change my primary email address?

I am trying to change my primary address for it has been compromised. The email address I am trying to change it to is my "rescue" email address. How do I change my primary email address to my rescue email address? can I delete my rescue email address so I can use it as my primary?

You will have to delete your rescue email address first, then go back and change your primary.
Source: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5312
You can edit or delete your rescue email address at My Apple ID. To edit your rescue email address:
Navigate to My Apple ID using your web browser.
Click "Manage your account"
When prompted, sign in using your Apple ID and password.
Click Password & Security
You'll be asked to answer 2 of your 3 security questions before you can make any modifications. If you are unable to remember your answers, you can choose to send an email to your rescue email to reset your security questions.
Note: The option to send an email to reset your security questions and answers will not be available if a rescue email address is not provided. You will need to contact iTunes Store support in order to do so.

How can I change my primary email address to the one that I use for my rescue email address?

I no longer use the email address associated with my apple ID account and the rescue email address I used is now my primary email address for everything, since it its not allowing me to just simply change my email address since its my rescue email address i want it changing to, can it be done and how?! :S Thank you!

You will need to remove it as your rescue email : log into your account via the 'manage your apple id' button on http://appleid.apple.com, select the 'Password And Security' section on your account's screen, and answer the two security questions that show - you should then be taken to another screen where you can change or remove your rescue email address.
Then try logging out of your account and then log back in and see if you can then use it as your primary email address.

I want to switch my user id with my rescue email address, how can i change my rescue email address to something else to free that up?

i want to switch my user id with my rescue email address, how can i change my rescue email address to something else to free that up?

Hi EllaBella0902,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The information below may be able to answer your questions about how to change your rescue email address:
Manage your Apple ID primary, rescue, alternate, and notification email addresses
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5620?viewlocale=en_US
Before you make any changes, you may want to review the information in the Frequently Asked Questions section of this article:
Using your Apple ID for Apple services
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4895
This article explains how to update the information in the various services that use the Apple ID if you change it:
Apple ID: What to do after you change your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5796?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US
Cheers,
- Judy

How can I change my icloud email address on my pc?

How can I change my icloud emil address on my pc.

If the old ID ("email address") is your ID, and if your new ID was created by editing the details of this old ID (rather than being an entirely new ID), go to https://appleid.apple.com, click Manage my Apple ID and sign in with your current iCloud ID. Click edit next to the primary email account, change it back to your old email address and save the change. Then edit the name of the account to change it back to your old email address. You can now use your current password to turn off Find My iDevice, even though it prompts you for the password for your old account ID. Then save any photo stream photos that you wish to keep to your camera roll. When finished go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account and choose Delete from My iDevice when prompted (your iCloud data will still be in iCloud). Next, go back to https://appleid.apple.com and change your primary email address and iCloud ID name back to the way it was. Now you can go to Settings>iCloud and sign in with your current iCloud ID and password.

How can i change my verification email address

i used a foney email address but i didn't know it would have me verify it so how can i change the verification email address to send to a active email address. And i tried making a yahoo account for the foney email i used but yahoo says that email is not valid so any other ideas. please reply back really need help

You should be able to log into the account via the 'manage your apple id' button on http://appleid.apple.com and put a proper primary email address on the account ; or you can do it by logging into the account via the Store > View Account menu option on your computer's iTunes.

I show and old defunct email address for my Apple ID on my APP store, iCloud, and iTune accounts and cannot log in. I am told my ID or password is incorrect. I did change my primary email address. that is the app ID that is showing.

How do I rename my App Store, iCloud, and iTunes accounts so i can update apps and software? I have closed the original email address i started my App Store, icloud, and iTunes account and cannot log in unders that Apple ID. I have tried going through device and my MacBook Air. Where can i get on-line assistance?

If you mean you are trying to delete your iCloud account in iOS 7 and you don't know the passwod for the old ID, do one of the following:
If you still have access to your old email address, go to https//appleid.apple.com, click Manage my Apple ID and sign in with your iCloud ID. Tap edit next to the primary email account, tap Edit, change it back to your old email account and verify it. Then edit the name of the account to change it back to your old email address. You should then be able to turn off Find My iPhone with your password. Then go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account and choose Delete from My iDevice when prompted (your iCloud data will still be in iCloud). Next, go back and change your primary email address and iCloud ID back to the way it was. You will then be able to go to Settings>iCloud and sign in with your current ID and password to reconnect to your iCloud account.
If you don't have access to your old email address, you will have to contact Apple to get them to reset the password for it so you can disable Find My iPhone and sign into your iCloud account. You will have to prove your identity to them in order to do so. You can either contact iTunes support for assistance with this (https://ssl.apple.com/emea/support/itunes/contact.html), or contact Apple Support (http://www.apple.com/support/icloud/contact/).

I want to change my primary email address

I wan to change my btinternet primary email address to another one, either my sub account address or a new one. I don't mind which. I've been trying for 9 days now to have this done, and BT keep saying they'll do it but they haven't.
Has anyone else tried to do this and if so have they actually succeeded in getting a new primary email address?
Thanks
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Hi harrybeadlebaum
Thank you for your reply it is much appreciated.
Basically I want to change my primary email address as I've changed my surname following separation from my husband, and don't want any association with my old name which it was. I wish it was only spam I want to get rid of. Yes, you're right, I'm using webmail not outlook or similar.
Unfortunately I've already begun the long and tortuous process of getting my primary email address changed and am now on day 9 of frustrating emails, telephone calls with the call centre in India (or somewhere) Each time I talk to someone they assure me it will be done in 24 hours, 48 hours, by the end of the day..... I expect this sounds familiar to you if you've been there? Your comment about a breakdown in communication is perhaps an understatement! I've come to the conclusion they fully understand what I want but just aren't interested in seeing it through. All they want to know at the end of the phone call is if I'm happy with how they've dealt with my call. Well yes I am at the time, as they understand what I want, relay back to me what I want, but don't actually deliver. Promises, promises, promises.
I've now lodged a formal complaint to BT and am sure I'll get the usual responses about process, systems, blah blah blah...
Sigh. As you may guess I'm absolutely fizzing about it all!! I've already wasted hours of my life chasing it, just can't stop though - don't give up!! However, am pleased to know that someone has got it done, so I'll just keep trying and boy is it trying....
Rant over, I'll let everyone know how I get on!
From a very irate and now crabby mrs blobby

Change the primary email address

I want to change the primary email address of skype. When I did this change on the skype webpage, a box was popped up for the password. I input it and clicked the save button, but this box stayed there.
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Dear Readers,
As Sunqan wrote, above, we here in the Community can not restore account access, and neither can anyone here change or update any Skype accountholder's account details or information. Please contact Skype Customer Service directly.
Here is a link to the instruction on how to contact Skype Customer Service via their secure portal: Contact Customer Service
Skype is aware of continued website problems, however if you start with temporarily enabling website scripts and pop-up dialogue boxes, that may help. If you experience difficulty reaching Skype Customer Service or find yourself redirected back to the Community, please try again using a different web browser and choosing a different path through the various drop-down menu options presented.
Also, look to approve a pop-up dialogue box which would connect you to start an instant message chat with a customer service agent. If you have pop-ups blocked in your browser settings, this will also block reaching an agent.
Last and not least, when you reach the last step of the process, remember to click on the "Start Chat" link when you are provided the choice of visiting the Community or starting an instant message chat with a customer service agent.
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How do i delete my primary email address and use one of my alternate email adresses as my primary email address

how do i delete my primary email address and use one of my alternate email adresses as my primary email address

Hey freightguy,
It sounds like you want to change your Apple ID. Follow the steps in this link to do so:
Before you change your Apple ID:
Sign out of all Apple features and services that you use with your current Apple ID.
Make sure that the email address you want to use for your Apple ID meets these conditions:
The email address is one that you use regularly, because it will be the primary email address for your Apple ID.
The email address is not associated with any other Apple ID.
The email address is not an iCloud email address, which is already an Apple ID. iCloud email addresses end with @icloud.com, @me.com, or @mac.com.
To change your Apple ID, follow these steps:
Go to My Apple ID (appleid.apple.com), click "Manage your Apple ID", and sign in.
If you have two-step verification turned on, you'll be asked to send a verification code to the trusted device associated with your Apple ID. If you are unable to receive messages at your trusted device, follow the guidelines for what to do if you can't sign in with two-step verification.
In the "Apple ID and Primary Email Address section," click Edit.
Enter the email address you want to use, then click Save Changes. Apple will send a verification email to that address.
Open the email from Apple, then click Verify Now in the email.
When the My Apple ID page opens, sign in with your renamed Apple ID.
If you have two-step verification turned on, you'll be asked to send a verification code to the trusted device associated with your Apple ID.
After you see a message indicating that verification is complete, remember to update all of the stores and services that you use with your Apple ID.
from:
Apple ID: Changing your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5621
If you're instead talking about changing the signed in email address you're using for the Mail app on your iPhone, check out the steps in here:
iOS: Adding an email account
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4810
Have a great day,
Delgadoh

How do I change my primary email for Apple ID?

I would like to change my primary Apple ID email, but the system won't allow me since my new wanted primary email is currently my back-up email. I tried to delete that email from being a back-up email but it still would not work. Any suggestions?

This Apple document describes how to change the primary email address.
Change your Apple ID - Apple Support

My ipod has had a previous owner How do I change my ipods email address so that when I try to down load anything it asks for the previous owners password but when I go to my account it says its my email my account but not when I try to download????

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How can I change my iCloud email address when the account that is attached to my iCloud right now does not exist. I tried to delete the account attached to my iCloud on my iPhone but it requires a password. The password I type in does not work because I h

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If the old ID ("email address") is your ID, and if your new ID was created by editing the details of this old ID (rather than being an entirely new ID), go to https://appleid.apple.com, click Manage my Apple ID and sign in with your current iCloud ID. Click edit next to the primary email account, change it back to your old email address and save the change. Then edit the name of the account to change it back to your old email address. You can now use your current password to turn off Find My iDevice, even though it prompts you for the password for your old account ID. Then save any photo stream photos that you wish to keep to your camera roll. When finished go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account and choose Delete from My iDevice when prompted (your iCloud data will still be in iCloud). Next, go back to https://appleid.apple.com and change your primary email address and iCloud ID name back to the way it was. Now you can go to Settings>iCloud and sign in with your current iCloud ID and password.

How can i change my icloud email address? i mis typed my name and wanted to change my icloud email address??, how can i change my icloud email address? i mis typed my name and wanted to change my icloud email address??

hello guys ...i need any help or suggestions, how can i change my icloud email address?? i typed a w rong name by mistake?? can i change it and retype the correct one? thanks ...your suggestio is higly appreciated.

That's definitely not supposed to happen. You shouldn't have someone else's iCloud email linked to your ID.
You'll have to get iCloud support to sort this one out. The only way to contact them is to start here: http://www.apple.com/support/icloud/. You'll have to provide your iPhone serial number. Unless it's within the 90 day free support window, or you purchased AppleCare, there will be a charge. I suppose you can plead your case when they answer that you shouldn't be charged as you didn't set up this address and it shouldn't have happened with your ID.

HT204053 how do i change my icloud email address from the one i already have input?

how do i change my icloud email address from the one i already have input?

Hi sparkie,
You cannot change your iCloud email address. It is an @me.com address, and is associated specifically with that iCloud account. If you want a different @me address assigned, you have to delete the current iCloud account and set up a new one.
Here is a link with all the support information for iCloud:
http://www.apple.com/support/icloud/
Hope this helps!
Cheers,
GB

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