I want to change the primary email of my apple id

I want to change the primary email of my apple id but it keeps saying that email is unavailable.is there anyway I can make it available because
I don't know why it's unavailable.please help

You can check if you are using it on any of your iTunes account by logging into each account via this page and seeing it it shows as an alternate or rescue email address on them : https://appleid.apple.com
But there isn't a page that you can go to and see if, or on which account, a particular email address is used.

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HT5621 Steps to change the primary email address for Apple ID, want to use alternative email (even after removed from lisetd mail addresses it will not allow me. current Apple ID mail address does no longer exist therefore changing required

apple ID does not allow me to change primary listed email address, this address does no longer exist and now need to get a secendary listed email address to become primery.

I had a similar problem, which prevented me changing my personal data on iCloud/apple etc. I found the answer on the apple web-site, "appleid.apple.com".
This site lets you change your primary country, and so lets you use the app store.

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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Elaine
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I want to change my primary email on Apple ID... but it says I can't use email already in use but its not my alternative email - it may have been in the past - any ideas?

I want to change my primary email on Apple ID but it says I can't use email already in use but its not my alternative email - it may have been in the past - any ideas?

I don't believe Apple lets you delete old accounts. They also will not let you merge them.

I want to change my primary email to my most current email but it keeps saying there is already an apple ID for that email, how do I delete that one so I can use all of my old information, just with my most current email address?

I created the apple ID that I currently have about 6 years ago and I want to change my primary email from my childish one to my most current email that I constantly use, but I think I accidentally created an apple ID with that email, I want to delete that apple ID so that I can just plug my new email in with all of my old information (that is still the same). I am so lost

I don't believe Apple lets you delete old accounts. They also will not let you merge them.

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

I want to change my primary email address, and use one already associated with my account why can I not do this ?, I want to change my primary email address, and use one already associated with my account why can I not do this ?

I want to change my primary email address, and use one already associated with my account why can I not do this ?, I want to change my primary email address, and use one already associated with my account why can I not do this ? I don't want to create another one if I really don't need to
Any ideas ?

I'm afraid that once an address has been associated with an Apple ID you can't re-use it in any way. You will have to create another address (such as a free on from GMail or Yahoo for example).

TS1424 I am trying to change my primary email for my apple id - when I change it the error reads, this is your rescue email. How do I change my rescue email?

I am trying to change my primary email for my apple id - when I change it the error reads, this is your rescue email. How do I change my rescue email so that I can then change my primary id ?

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.

HT5312 i forgot my rescue email and my security questions since i have created them since a long time, i want to change the rescue email is it possible?

i forgot my rescue email and my security questions since i have created them since a long time, i want to change the rescue email is it possible?

 Account Security Team (AST) 
Check the AppleCare number for your country here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57
Call them up, and let them know you would like to be transferred to the Account Security Team.

Why can't I change my primary email address in Apple ID?

I want to change my primary email address to the one I use most for be the same as my Apple ID. Right now it is an old email address but when I try to change it I get a message that it is already set up in an Apple ID account.

Frequently asked questions about Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/he37

Can I change the primary email associated with my icloud account

Can I change my primary email address associated with iCloud? Not the icloud address but the one you log in with. I had to switch email addresses because my email got hacked and I just paid for 25g of memory in icloud. I just want to change my email address but keep the same account so I keep the storage space I just paid for, so I can't just delete the account and open a new one.

You can if it isn't an @me.com, @mac.com or an @icloud.com address. To do this go to https//appleid.apple.com, click Manage my Apple ID and sign in with your current iCloud ID. Tap edit next to the primary email account, tap Edit, change the address to the one you want to use and verify the address. Then tap Edit next to the ID name and change it to be the same as your new address.
Then you'll need to make this change on your devices. To change it on your iOS devices, go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account, provide the password for the old ID when prompted to turn off Find My iPhone, then sign back in with the renamed ID. To change it on your Mac, go to System Preferences>iCloud, sign out, then sign back in with the renamed ID. If you have a PC, do this on the iCloud control panel for Windows.

HT201356 I can't change the primary email associated with my ipod touch

my apple account has my primary address but I cannot change the primary address associated with my ipod touch. Any suggestions?

Without knowing what haooens wehn yu try:
I no longer have an email address that was also my Apple ID. Can I still use the email address as my Apple ID?
Apple recommends you change your Apple ID to your current, working email address. This will not create another Apple ID, it will only change it to your working email address. See Changing the name you use for your Apple ID if you'd like more information.
How do I change my Apple ID Name or personal information?
You can change your Apple ID Name at My Apple ID. Click on Manage your Apple ID and sign in with your Apple ID name and password. Click Edit and enter the new information, then click Save Changes. Changes take effect immediately. You can also use My Apple ID to change your personal information, such as your mailing address or email address. See Changing the name you use for your Apple ID if you'd like more information.

Want to change the rescue email.

I want to change my rescue email. But the problem is, I don't remember my security questions. Actually a friend of mine used my ID and now his email ID is shown as rescue email in my profile. I want to change it, is it possible?

You need to contact Apple. Click here, phone them, and ask for the Account Security team, or fill out and submit this form.
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Hi i have problem with my account i forget security question and rescue email wasn't used anymore how i can change my rescue email thank you

You need to ask Apple to reset your security questions; this can be done by clicking here and picking a method, or if your country isn't listed, filling out and submitting this form.
Changing the rescue email address requires supplying two of the answers. They wouldn't be security questions if they could be bypassed without Apple verifying your identity.
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HT201077 How do I change the primary email linked to my Photo Stream

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Log in at http://appleid.apple.com and change the email address associated with your AppleID.

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