An Apple ID serves as a passport in the Apple ecosystem. Multi-device users can log in to the same account on all their Apple devices to sync data across devices. If you give one of your devices to someone else or sell it on the second-hand market, you have to remove the device from your Apple ID. The good news is that you have multiple methods to complete the job.

Part 1: How to Remove a Device from Apple ID on iCloud

You can remove a device from your Apple ID on the iCloud website. Bear in mind that you should access the web app on your desktop. If you run it on a mobile device, switch to the desktop mode.

Preconditions:

• 1.Find My is enabled on your device.
• 2.Your device is online.
• 3.Your Apple ID and password.

Step 1. Go to www.icloud.com in a web browser.

Step 2. Log in with your Apple ID and password.

Step 3. Click your name at the top right corner.

Step 4. Choose Manage Apple ID, and navigate to Devices to view all devices associated with the same account.

Step 5. Select the device you want to remove.

Step 6. Click the Remove from Account button, and choose Remove on the confirmation dialog.

Part 2: How to Remove a Device from Apple ID by Find My

Without the iCloud website, you can remove a device from Apple ID on a borrowed Apple device using the Find My app. If your device is offline, the removal action will be performed once it is online.

Preconditions:

• 1.Another Apple device.
• 2.Find My is set up on your device.
• 3.Your device connects to a network.
• 4.Your Apple ID and password.

Step 1. Install the Find My app on a borrowed Apple device.

Step 2. Log in with your Apple ID credentials.

Step 3. Go to the Devices tab at the bottom.

Step 4. Expand the toolbar and press the Remove button.

Step 5. Next, choose Remove on the pop-up dialog to confirm your action.

Part 3: How to Remove a Device from Apple ID on the Account Management Portal

Another way to remove a device from your Apple ID account is Apple’s account management portal. This way is available if Find My is disabled on your device. All you need is a stable internet connection.

Preconditions:

• 1.Your Apple ID and password.
• 2.A stable internet connection.
• 3.Your device is online.

Step 1. Visit https://account.apple.com/ in your browser.

Step 2. Click the Sign In button and sign in with your Apple ID credentials.

Step 3. Go to the Devices section and choose your device name.

Step 4. Click the Remove from Account button.

Step 5. Next, click Remove on the confirmation dialog.

Part 4: How to Remove Device from Apple ID on iPhone/iPad/Mac

For multi-device users, it is simpler to remove a device from the Apple ID. You can complete the process on another Apple device associated with the same Apple account. Bear in mind that you cannot use a device to remove itself from the Apple ID.

Preconditions:

• 1.You have multiple Apple devices.
• 2.All devices log in with the same Apple Account.
• 3.Don't forget your Apple ID and password.

How to Remove a Device from Apple ID on iPhone/iPad

Step 1. Tap on the profile picture in the Settings app.

Step 2. Scroll down and choose the device you want to remove.

Step 3. Tap the Remove from account button.

Step 4. Next, tap Remove again to confirm it.

How to Remove a Device from Apple ID on Mac

Step 1. Click the Apple menu.

Step 2. Choose System Settings or System Preferences.

Step 3. Click Apple ID, and choose the desired device under the Devices section.

Step 4. Click the Remove from Account button.

Step 5. If prompted, hit Remove on the confirmation dialog.

Part 5: How to Remove a Device from an Apple ID Without a Password

As mentioned previously, you need your account credentials if you want to remove a device from your Apple ID. If you forgot your Apple ID password, try Apeaksoft iFoneKit iOS Unlocker. It lets you remove the old Apple account from an iOS device without any restrictions or technical skills.

How to Remove a Device from Apple ID Without the Password

Step 1. Install iFoneKit

Launch the Apple ID removal tool once you install it on your PC. There is another version for macOS 10.7 and above. Choose the Remove Apple ID mode to proceed.

Step 2. Link to your device

Link your iPhone to your PC with a Lightning cable. As long as the software recognizes your device, iPhone information will be loaded. Click the Start Now button to continue.

Step 3. Remove your device from Apple ID

If Find My is disabled, the software will start removing your device from your Apple ID. If Find My is enabled, reset all settings on your device. Then, click OK, and hit Confirm Again to initiate the process.

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