Hi there! It sounds like you're trying to figure out how to "unlink" your two iPhones. I'm happy to help clear up any confusion and guide you through the process. It's important to understand what "unlinking" means in the context of iPhones, as it can refer to a few different things.
Let's break down the most common scenarios and how to address them:
1. Unlinking Apple IDs:This is likely what you're aiming for if you want your iPhones to function independently, each with its own set of apps, data, and settings. Here's how to do it:
* **Identify the iPhone with the Apple ID you want to change:** Go to
Settings > [Your Name] at the top of the screen.
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Sign Out of the Apple ID: Scroll down to the bottom and tap
Sign Out. You might be asked to enter your Apple ID password to confirm.
* **Sign in with a Different Apple ID (Optional):** After signing out, you can choose to sign in with a different Apple ID or create a new one. This will link this iPhone to the new account.
**Important Considerations When Unlinking Apple IDs:**
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Data Associated with the Apple ID: Keep in mind that signing out of an Apple ID will remove all data associated with that account from the iPhone, including:
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iCloud Data: Photos, contacts, calendars, reminders, notes, etc.
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Purchases: Apps, music, movies, TV shows, and books.
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Family Sharing: If you use Family Sharing, signing out of an Apple ID will remove the device from the Family Sharing group.
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Find My iPhone: Make sure to turn off Find My iPhone before signing out of your Apple ID. To do this, go to **Settings > [Your Name] > Find My > Find My iPhone** and toggle it off.
2. Unlinking Devices from iCloud:You might want to unlink devices from your iCloud account if you're no longer using a particular device or if you're giving it away. Here's how to do it:
* **On your iPhone, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud:** This will show you a list of all the devices linked to your Apple ID.
* **Select the device you want to unlink and tap "Remove from Account"**: Confirm your choice when prompted. This will sign the device out of iCloud and remove it from your list of devices.
3. Unlinking Bluetooth Devices: If you want to unpair Bluetooth devices (like headphones, speakers, or other iPhones) from one of your iPhones, follow these steps:
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Go to Settings > Bluetooth: This will display a list of all your paired Bluetooth devices.
* **Find the device you want to unlink and tap the "i" icon next to it:**
* **Select "Forget This Device" and confirm your choice:** The device will be unpaired from your iPhone.
Additional Tips:*
Back Up Your Data: It's always a good idea to back up your iPhone before making any significant changes to your settings or accounts. You can back up to iCloud or to your computer using Finder (macOS Catalina or later) or iTunes (macOS Mojave or earlier or Windows PC).
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Keep Your Apple ID Secure: Never share your Apple ID password with anyone. If you're giving away or selling an iPhone, always make sure to sign out of your Apple ID and erase all data before doing so.
I hope this helps! If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
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