How to delete Apple ID without password - All possible ways
Looking to remove a previous owner's Apple ID or delete yours without password? Explore these 7 ways to permanently delete an Apple ID from iPhone, iPad, or Mac in minutes.
Jasmin Woods Updated on Apr 24, 2025 5:59 PM
Explore efficient solutions to delete a previous owner's Apple ID or remove your own account without a password.
Want to delete an Apple ID but don't know the password? Whether you forget your account password, preparing your Apple device for a new owner, or setting up a used iPhone / iPad for a new Apple account, there are possible ways for deleting an Apple ID without password.
This guide will walk you through the best methods on how to delete Apple ID without password for iPhone & iPad, and even a Mac, ensuring a complete Apple account removal on your device.
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The reliable Apple ID removal tool — iPhone Unlocker can help delete Apple ID from iPhone/iPad completely without needing a password, allowing for new account setup.
Is it possible to delete Apple ID without password?
Deleting Apple ID is a permanent action that removes all Apple services and account data from Apple's server and all associated devices. You will lose access to your iCloud, App Store, Apple Music, iMessages, FaceTime, and all purchases and subscriptions tied to that Apple account.
Typically, Apple requires password verification for full account deletion. However, if you just want to remove an Apple account from your device for new use — whether because of a forgotten password or an unknown account — the following options can help permanently delete the Apple ID without password from an iPhone, iPad, or even a Mac.
Once the Apple ID is deleted without password completely, the device disconnects with previous owner, allowing you to create a new account to enjoy all Apple Services.
How to delete Apple ID without password
Deleting Apple ID without password is not directly possible as Apple requires verification for security. However, with rightful tools, you can remove the Apple ID from your iPhone or iPad even you forget the original password or your device is linked to a previous owner's account.
Delete Apple ID with no password in iTunes & App Store
For iOS 10.2 or earlier versions, it's easy to remove the Apple ID without password directly from iTunes & App Store Settings. To get started, ensure the Find My is disabled and you know the screen passcode on your iDevice. Here's how to delete Apple ID from iPhone / iPad without password or computer:
1. Open your iPhone or iPad and go to Settings app. Get help if iPhone passcode is not working.
2. Tap your Apple account profile and select iTunes & App Store.
3. Press your Apple ID at the top and select Sign Out in the pop-up prompt.
TIP: It's optional to back up your data before signing out, so that you can restore your data and settings by next time you log back in.
Afterward, all account-related data and services will be removed from your iPhone/iPad once the Apple ID is deleted.
Delete Apple ID in Settings if you forget password
It's relatively easy to delete an Apple ID without password if you're able to reset the forgotten password in Settings app. To make it, Apple offers quick password change option on iOS as long as you can enter the lock screen password correctly for verification.
1. Reset forgotten Apple ID password.
- Open the Settings app on a trusted iPhone or iPad that you've already sign in.
- Tap your name at the top and choose Sign-in & Security.
- Choose Change Password under SECURITY on the next screen.
- Enter your current lock screen passcode to verify.
- Create a new Apple account password and confirm the changes to reset it.
2. Delete Apple ID from iPhone / iPad without the previous password.
- Switch to the iPhone / iPad you prefer to remove the Apple ID from.
- Go to Settings > your name and scroll down to the bottom for Sign Out option.
- Tap Sign Out and input the new account password you just reset.
- Tap Turn off in the top-right corner. If needed, choose the account data you want to keep a copy on this device.
- Confirm Sign Out to delete the Apple ID from iDevice.
3. Remove Apple account from Mac with no need for old password.
- Click Apple menu > System Settings.
- Select your name at the top from the sidebar.
- Scroll down and click Sign Out. If required, download a copy of your desired iCloud data before signing out.
- Verify the newly reset password to delete the current Apple user account from your Mac.
After deletion, the next user can sign in with a new Apple account to use all services normally.
Remove Apple ID without password via iPhone Unlocker
If you forget or don't have access to the Apple ID password associated with your iDevice, is it possible to delete the Apple ID from your iPhone/iPad without password permanently?
Thankfully, with the efficient tool iPhone Unlocker, it's easy to remove Apple ID without password from an iPhone or iPad. Whether it's your own account or previous owner's Apple ID, this tool enables quick and complete Apple ID deletion for all iOS and iPadOS models in simple clicks.
Additionally, it supports removing all types of Apple locks, such as 4-digit / 6-digit lock screen passcode, Face ID, Touch ID, ScreenTime passcode (Restrictions password), and more.
The steps are quite easy to follow: simply connect the iDevice to your computer and follow the onscreen instructions to permanently delete Apple ID without password from an iPhone / iPad:
Important:
- Force deleting Apple ID will erase all data on your device, allowing you to create a new Apple account or sign in with another Apple ID to access all features and services.
- To prevent Activation Lock (Locked to Owner screen) after deletion, make sure you've set a screen passcode and still have access to it.
Steps to delete Apple ID without account password, working for both iPhone & iPad:
Step 1. Launch iPhone Unlocker on computer and select Remove Apple ID.
- Install and run iPhone Unlocker on your Windows PC or Mac.
- Select Remove Apple ID from the main screen.
Step 2. Connect your iPhone or iPad via USB cable.
- Connect the iPhone or iPad you want to delete Apple account from, and hit Start button.
- Note that this process will erase all your data. If necessary, back up your important content before proceeding.
Step 3. Delete Apple ID with no password required.
If the Find My is Off, the Apple ID will be deleted from your iPhone / iPad in no time.
If the Find My is On, the steps vary slightly based on your OS version:
- On iOS earlier than iOS 11.4, initiate Apple ID deletion without password through Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone (or iPad) > Reset All Settings.
- On iOS 11.4 and later, the Apple ID removal can only happen when the Two-factor Authentication is enabled and you have a screen passcode. Check whether 2FA is on through Settings > your Apple ID > Password & Security > Two-factor Authentication. If it's on, enter 0000 in the type box and hit Confirm button to continue.
After that, your device info should appear on the screen, click Start to proceed.
A suitable iOS firmware will be downloaded for deleting your Apple ID. When it completes, read the onscreen warning carefully and enter 0000 and hit Unlock to start removal.
That's it! Keep your device connected until it shows your Apple ID has been removed successfully. Once done, no more password is needed, and you're able to create new account or sign in with a different Apple ID for full access to all Apple services.
Extra Tip: If Locked to Owner screen pops up after Apple account deletion (often on older iOS), tap Unlock with Passcode? option and enter your lock screen passcode to bypass it.
Not limited to deleting Apple ID without password, this tool also fixes Security Lockout on iPhone / iPad when you're locked out.
Delete old Apple ID without password using iTunes / Finder
If the Find My is disabled on your device, using iTunes / Finder can help bypass the password to delete Apple ID from your iPhone or iPad. The process involves restoring your entire iDevice and resetting it to factory settings — all current data and settings on it will be erased.
Be sure you know the screen passcode to your iPhone/iPad, here's what to do to permanently delete previous Apple account without password via iTunes / Finder:
1. Open the latest iTunes on Windows PC or macOS 10.14 and earlier. For macOS Catalina 10.15 and above, use Finder instead.
2. Unlock your iPhone or iPad and link it to your computer with a USB cable.
3. Click the device icon which should appear in the top-left corner on iTunes. Or select the device from General tab on Finder.
4. Locate Summary on the left and check Restore iPhone box (or Restore iPad) on the right section.
5. Allow the prompts to erase your device and delete Apple account along with everything else.
When the device is fully reset, the previous Apple ID and all other data will be permanently gone. You can then set up your iPhone / iPad again with a new Apple account for fresh start.
Delete previous owner's Apple ID without password via Recovery Mode
Another situation is that you cannot unlock your iPhone or iPad when performing Apple account removal. If so, you may enable the device Recovery Mode to force delete an Apple ID without using password. This method works if you lost access to your screen passcode or the iDevice cannot be recognized by iTunes or Finder successfully.
1. Open iTunes or Finder on your computer.
2. Attach the locked iPhone or iPad to your computer via a cable.
3. Force enable Recovery Mode to remove previous Apple ID.
For iPhone users:
- On iPhone 8 and later, press and release the Volume Up button, do the same to the Volume down button, then keep holding the Side button until Connect to computer screen appears.
- On iPhone 7 or 7 Plus, press and hold Volume Down and Side buttons at the same time, don't release them unless you see the connect-to-computer screen.
- On iPhone 6S and earlier, press and hold Home button and Side button simultaneously; only release the buttons when Connect to computer screen shows up.
For iPad users:
- For iPad with Home button, quickly press and release the Volume button closest to the Top button, then press and release the other Volume button; keep holding the Top button until the Recovery Mode screen pops up.
- For iPad with a Home button, press and hold both Home and Top buttons at the same time; when the device turns off, release the Top button but keep holding the Home button until it displays the Recovery Mode screen.
4. Click Restore on the first prompt.
5. Confirm with Restore and Update option to start the erasing process.
The process factory resets the iPhone without passcode while deleting the old Apple ID and all existing data. Note: The Activation Lock may still persist if the Find My feature is enabled.
Apple ID deletion without password from another linked device
When you're signed in with the same Apple ID on multiple devices, you can easily delete Apple ID from a certain iPhone, iPad, or Mac without password by using another trusted device:
- Open one of your Apple account-connected devices like iPhone or iPad.
- Move to the Settings app and tap on your profile.
- Scroll down till the bottom to access all devices currently linked to your Apple ID.
- Select the iPhone, iPad, Mac, or MacBook that you'd like to remove.
- Choose Remove from account and confirm Apple ID removal.
After deletion, the device will be deleted from your Apple account and will no longer access any data associated with your account. You may set it up with a new Apple ID or use it separately.
Contact the previous owner to remove Apple ID from iCloud.com
If you have a second-hand iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's still linked to a previous owner's Apple ID and you don't know the password, try contacting the original owner to remove it from iCloud.com. They can remotely delete the Apple account from any of their devices if Find My is enabled.
- Visit iCloud.com and sign in with the associated Apple ID and password.
- Click the Find My icon and select All Devices at the top.
- From the drop-down list, locate the iOS device or Mac that needs to be removed.
- Select Remove This Device for Apple account deletion from it.
After removal, you're able to set up your own Apple ID and use all Apple Services.
How to delete Apple account permanently on all devices
Instead of removing Apple ID from a certain device, permanently deleting an Apple account performs full deletion of all account details and data from Apple's servers — it's an irreversible process that removes all data, purchases, subscriptions, and services linked to that account. You'll no longer be able to sign in or use your account again.
Before you delete Apple account permanently, make sure to download and back up all important data and sign out of all devices — if you forget to sign out of iCloud or Find My before permanent deletion, the Activation Lock will be triggered and prevent anyone from using the device again. If you're sure to fully delete your Apple ID on all devices, here's how:
- On any device that can access the internet, visit Apple's Data and Privacy page.
- Sign in with the Apple account and password that you want to permanently delete.
- Select Request to delete your account when you're in.
- After requesting the deletion of Apple account, you'll be asked to verify you're the account holder via a trust email or phone number.
- Once verified, all account data associated with your Apple ID will be permanently deleted from Apple's servers.
A unique alphanumeric access code will be sent to you. Make sure to keep it safely. If you change your mind in a short of period, contact Apple Support and provide the access code to cancel the deletion of your Apple account.
FAQs on deleting Apple ID without password
Q1. Can I delete my Apple ID if I forgot the password?
Yes, you can reset the forgotten password for account deletion.
- Reset password in Settings app.
- Go to iforgot.apple.com and follow the password recovery steps.
If you can't reset it, contact Apple Support with proof of ownership (purchase receipt, linked email/phone). Alternatively, use third-party Apple ID removal tools like iPhone Unlocker to get rid of Apple ID without requiring any password.
Q2. How can I remove the previous owner's Apple ID from my iPhone?
Contact the previous owner to remove your iPhone from its connected Apple account.
If you cannot ask the previous owner for password, here are a few solutions to help you remove it:
- Fully reset the iPhone via iTunes / Finder — if the Find My iPhone is disabled previously.
- Enable Recovery Mode — the Activation Lock may remain if Find My is on.
- Use iPhone Unlocker — removes previous Apple ID for both iPhone and iPad without requiring any password.
Q3. Can I delete my Apple account permanently if I don't know the password?
No, Apple requires password verification before permanently deleting an Apple account from Apple's Servers. But you can delete your Apple account from a specific device you're using, such as an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
