Apple ID: How to create and manage the profile that grants access to your account across devices

Apple IDs are the company's way of using a single profile so that you can access your account across all of Apple's devices.

They're also necessary if you want to use the App Store on any Apple device, regardless of whether you're buying something or downloading a free app.

So if you are simply looking to download a communication app on your iPhone, like Microsoft Teams or Gmail, or want to stream music or podcasts from your iPhone, you need an Apple ID.

Whether you're looking to find, create, or change an Apple ID, our guide has got you covered.