Sharing iCloud/apple id for phones

Is there a way to allow my mother's phone and mine to share an apple id but have separate iCloud accounts. We would like to share the music library but not our contacts/ photos

You can share the same ID for iTunes (in Settings>iTunes & App Store) and still have separate iCloud accounts with separate IDs. They don't have to be the same.
If you're sharing the same iCloud account now and want to migrate your data to a new account, start by saving any photo stream photos that you want to keep to your camera roll (unless already there) by opening your my photo stream album, tapping Select, tapping the photos, tap the share icon (box with upward facing arrow), then tapping Save to Camera Roll. If you are syncing notes with iCloud that you want to keep, you'll need to open each of your notes and email them to yourself so you can later copy and paste the text into new notes created in your new account. Then go to Settings>iCloud, tap Delete Account (which only deletes it from this device, not from iCloud; your mother's phone won't be effected by this), provide the password to turn off Find My iDevice and choose Keep on My iDevice when prompted. Then sign back in with a different Apple ID to create your new account and choose Merge to upload your data.

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Can someone provide direction on sharing an Apple ID for Itunes, but creating a separate Apple ID for Icloud?

Can someone provide direction on sharing an Apple ID for Itunes, but creating a separate Apple ID for Icloud?

Welcome to the Apple Community.
I'm not sure what there is to tell. Just use the Apple ID you wish to share to log into the iTunes store (Settings > iTunes & App Stores) and the seperate Apple ID's you want to use for iCloud (Settings > iCloud)

My daughter and I have shared a apple account for years

My daughter & I have shared my apple account for years. But now she has gotten older,
and needs her own account how do I tranfer her apps & contacts to a new account for her

You cannot transfer content to another itunes account.

Sharing an Apple ID for movies/tv shows only?

My husband and I are currently both running iPhones (4 for him, 4S for me) and two brand new iPads. We have separate iCloud accounts and apple IDs because we both had older iPhones before we met.
The only thing we really wish to share is movies/tv shows, as we don't really use the same apps and listen to different music mostly (I rarely download music from iTunes to begin with). I have never downloaded any movies, so in that regard I'm starting fresh, but now that we have the iPads I would like to watch our growing movie collection which is all under his apple ID. I don't mind using his apple ID for everything from the app store/iTunes from now on if it makes things easier, but how can I keep the apps I have already downloaded to my iPad? I don't plan to download any movies to my iPhone and no music will go on the iPad, so I don't mind continuing to purchase music from my own apple ID and using that on my iPhone, and using my husbands apple ID for my iPad, but I have already paid for several apps and I'd rather not lose them, nor do I want his app purchases syncing to my iPad. (I do, however, want app purchases to sync from my iPhone to my iPad.) Is there a way for me to get our movies to my iPad with a computer? Really, what is the simplest way for me to watch our movies without having to use the same apple ID? What do you all recommend for us?
Sub question- is there a way to combine ALL previous purchases (music, apps, movies, tv) on our shared desktop and then select manually what syncs to each device?
This whole not being able to sync more than one Apple ID to a device for 90 days is really killing me. That does apply to apps as well, right?

That actually has very little to do with my original question.
For anyone with the same problem I had, I did eventually make the leap and it turned out to be an easy solution for us. Since I had never bought any movies and rarely buy music (which is oodles more transferrable than movies and tv anyhow) I just started using my husband's account for everything. The issue I was worried I would have- not being able to update apps and such- turned out to be moot, since the updater just prompts me for the password to whichever account the app was originally downloaded under. So never fear, if you decide to use one out of two accounts you will still be able to update apps and not worry about that 90-day switch.
This will become an issue someday when we upgrade our stuff, but at that point I'll probably just bite the bullet and re-purchase any apps I hadn't bought under his ID.

Want same Apple ID for phones as iCloud- HOW?

How do i update all our iPhones to same Apple ID as we have for iCloud? when we started we have an Apple ID tied to an old email account- then i got a ME account- then iCloud and its tied to ME account- how do we get iTunes match and all our paynet etc tied to APPLE ID that uses ME mail account? eventually i want to get rid of the old email and everything associated with it- so want APPLE stuff all using same APPLE ID.

Apple does not allow merging of accounts, so two IDs on the same iCloud account would be a merger.
You can create one account and both use it but that also defeats the purpose of two accounts. Good luck with you accounts...and remember, apps and tunes bought with an account are tied to that account so you should keep straight what apps are tied to which account.

Is there a way to centrally manage Apple IDs for phones and iPads issued to employees?

This is more of a best practices queston I suppose. We are starting to issue more and more iPads and iPhones. As the IT Director I would like a way to centrally manage folks' Apple IDs so the company can purchase approved apps and control iCloud backup. It would be so much easier to have some sort of web interface or way to issue myself so I dont have people running around with their own Apple IDs an account on their company issued devices.
What are some tips for accomplishing this?

robphoton2 wrote:
I did not even realize I had a problem here until I started using iCloud.
iCloud is a TOTAL MESS. Here is why:
1. I can no longer synch all my apps to my device. Only the ones bought with the Apple ID tied to my device. Unlike the desktop, it appears I can not sign off on my iPhone or iPad with one ID and then sign on again with another in order to be able to update them. I now have over 1 hundreds Apps that are orphened on my phone and iPad that I can no longer update!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The problem arose when I wanted to sign in my iPhone to iCloud. When I tried to do that it would not accept my original Apple ID so I had to use one that I think I was using with Mobile Me.
Until we can merge our Apple IDs, people with this issue will have a failed iCloud!!!!!
Something's wrong here. The Apple ID is unrelated to syncing. As I had stated earlier, I also have two IDs but have had no problem whatever syncing, including syncing over the air (which is really cool). My only problem is in updating apps. The iPod handles it automatically but, with my Mac, I need to log out of one account and into the other.
Perhaps we can address one part of your problem first. When the iPad detects that an app needs updating and and you're on the "wrong" ID, exactly what happens when you attempt to update the app?

Second iCloud/Apple ID for find my iphone (in the enterprise)

My organization has several iPhone 6's on which we want to use find my iphone with an enterprise apple id. We want to let the user have their own icloud account for everything else. Is there a way to do this?
If we have to wipe a device we will need the find my iphone (icloud) password. If the employee has left the company they may be unwilling or unable to give it to us. Especially if the parting was on less than amicable terms. There should be a way for us to wipe the device and restore the OS without having to go to an apple store and provide proof of ownership. I am advised that this was possible before ios 7

LibertyJay wrote:
My organization has several iPhone 6's on which we want to use find my iphone with an enterprise apple id. We want to let the user have their own icloud account for everything else. Is there a way to do this?
If we have to wipe a device we will need the find my iphone (icloud) password. If the employee has left the company they may be unwilling or unable to give it to us. Especially if the parting was on less than amicable terms. There should be a way for us to wipe the device and restore the OS without having to go to an apple store and provide proof of ownership. I am advised that this was possible before ios 7
An IOS device may only be signed into one account at a time, not both. You'll need to decide which matters most, personal use or business use of the device.
You may also want to open a business account for purchases made for company use. http://www.apple.com/business/vpp/

Two iPod touch devices sharing an Apple ID. Can I create a new ID for one of them, and will I lose everything if I do?

My three young sons pooled their money and bought an iPod touch a few years ago. The oldest decided he wanted his own. We bought him one for Christmas last year, and I set it up using the same Apple ID. My oldest son downloaded some games but soon found whenever his brothers played the same games, the progress and changes were transferred to his device and vice versa. Is there a way to create a new Apple ID for the old device? If I am able to do that, will the younger kids lose all their pictures and videos? I am not concerned about them losing games or music. They have very little paid content on their iPod, but the older one has hit the age where he wants to start downloading music and better apps. Thank you for any help!!

It the devices have iOS 8 then use Family Sharing
http://www.apple.com/ios/ios8/family-sharing/
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support
Not that yo have to be at least 13 for a regular ID
Changing the ID does not erase any Data from the device
CHANGE ID
The ID is used in the following locations and you have to change them.
Settings>Messages>Send and Receive
Settings>FaceTime
Settings>GameCenter
Settings>iCloud
and Settings>iTunes and App store
You have to sign out of ID (for iCloud you delete the iCloud account from the iPod) and sign in with other ID.
Note the following are resolved if you use Family Sharing (iOS 8 and later):
- Apps are locked to the account that purchased them.
- To update apps you have to sign into the account that purchased the apps. If you have apps that need updating purchased from more than one account you have to update them one at a time until the remaining apps were purchased from one account.
If the iPod has iOS 7 or later then you have the enter the password for Apple ID presently sign in Settings>iCloud.
Also, a Restriction can be set (Settings>General>Restrictions) the prevents changing accounts

How do I change one persons apple id for a shared account, without losing previous purchases for either?

I have two children who have shared an Apple ID for the iPod Touches. The older is now getting an iPhone and is old enough to manage his own ID. My question is, if we set him up with a completely new Apple ID, will he be able to sync the phone with iTunes as a new device, even though iTunes currently syncs with his iPod? I guess what I'm asking is, can two different Apple ID's/devices sync with the same iTunes without messing up either device or getting the wrong information sync'd?
Thanks in advance for your help.

You don't. Apps are permanently tied to the Apple ID used to purchase them.

I cannot find create an apple id for a child on itouch. Any suggestions please?

can someone please assist with the above. I set up the iTouch using my apple ID but i can't seem to find the option to set one up for a minor

What part can't you do:
Go to Settings > iCloud > Family, and tap "Create an Apple ID for a child."
Enter your child's birthday and tap Next. The birthday for a child's account can't be changed after the account is created. Be sure to enter the correct date.
Review the Parent Privacy Disclosure and tap Agree.
Enter the security code for your credit card and tap Next. If you don't have a credit card on file, you'll need to add one.
Enter your child's name, tap Next, then create their Apple ID ([email protected]) and tap Next.
Follow the onscreen instructions to set a password, choose security questions, and set up your child's account. Choose passwords and security questions that you both can remember.
Above from:
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support
The blank boxes are images of screen that did not paste

I want make a apple id for my 12 year old where is the page for that

trying to set up different apple ids for kids one of them is under 14 how do i do the parent thingy

Once you have updated to iOS 8, under iCloud you will find a new setting called Family Sharing. After you have set yourself up as the organizer, you can then create the child Apple ID using the same section. Note: You may be required to provide a credit card (Not debit card) if the child is under 13.
HTH
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids

HT201084 Apple ID for kids

why must I use/create an "iCloud-email-adress" to create an Apple ID for my kid? Why can't I use the regular email-address

Here is some information on how to create Apple IDs for children as part of the family sharing feature:
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support

Is there any way to create an apple id for a minor child without a credit card

I only have debit cards. I have three VISA debit cards with CVVs but they are all linked to bank accounts. I don't have credit cards because I don't want the debt or interest rates associated with them. I have several apple devices at my house for myself and my son. We cut the cord on cable a while ago and only use apple TV boxes. With the TVs, iPads, iPhones, iMac, and Macbook Air all needing an apple id, we have far exceeded my five device limit. I feel as if I am being punished for my devotion to apple and it's products since I can't use half of them with my apple id and cannot create one for my son because of my fiscal responsibility. There must be a way around this. I'm not going to sign up for a credit card for the sole purpose of getting my son an apple id. Any suggestions?

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If I already created additional Apple IDs for use on my kids devices, how can I convert them to "kids" Apple IDs?

If I already created additional Apple IDs for use on my kids devices, how can I convert them to "kids" Apple IDs?

You can't
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201084
The Apple ID has it's right already set and can not be changed

New apple ID for minor

I am trying to create an Apple ID for my son with his new iTouch. But I cannot get it created with the federal age regulation. how do i grant parental permission so i can set up his account? how do i get around this restriction to create his account? very frustrating.

No, you need a credit card for online privacy reasons : Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids:
Before you begin, make sure that you're using a credit card as your iTunes Store and App Store payment method. To comply with child online privacy protection laws, you will use the CVV or security code from a valid credit card as part of providing your parental consent. If the card on file is a debit card or another payment method, you’ll be asked to provide a credit card before you can continue. After you create the child's Apple ID, you can change your payment method back to a debit card.

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