An Apple ID is the social security card of the Apple ecosystem: It is your Apple identity, required whenever logging into a new device or to verify you are who you say you are. So if you don’t know your Apple ID, it’s kind of a big deal. Luckily, there are a few ways to find it, although some are easier than others.
How to find your Apple ID if you’re already signed in
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If you’re already signed into your Apple ID on your device, it’s easy to figure out which email address is associated with the account.
On your iPhone or iPad, go to the Settings app, then tap your name at the top of the page. On a Mac, open System Settings (or System Preferences on older systems), then click your name/Apple ID. Here, you’ll see more details about your Apple account, including what email address you use for your Apple ID login. If you use a Windows PC, open iTunes or iCloud for Windows, then go to the “Account” section to find your Apple ID.
Now, knowing the email associated with your Apple ID is half the battle, but the other half is just as important: your password. If you don’t know it, you won’t be able to log in to your Apple ID, which might make you feel stuck.
Don’t fret. It’s easy to reset your password, especially when you know your email. You can do it from the same Apple ID page on your trusted device from Sign-in & Security > Change Password, or via Apple’s support site.
How to find your Apple ID if you’re not signed in
If you aren’t already signed in to your Apple ID, things get a bit trickier, but not hopeless. One option is to try to look up your Apple ID on Apple’s iForgot website. It’ll ask for your email or phone number, and if it matches with an Apple ID, the site will ask you some security questions.
Another option is to try to use other email addresses you commonly use: Chances are, one of these is the one you use for your Apple ID. Speaking of email addresses, check your inboxes for any emails from Apple, which are usually sent from noreply@apple.com. In that case, it’s likely that email in question used for your Apple ID.
If all else fails, reach out to Apple Support, which will have additional resources to help you recover your account.
Whatever you do, make sure you’re working through official Apple channels. Scammers want your Apple ID information, and will create fake websites that mimic Apple’s to trick you. The resources linked on this page are all verified and secure, so you’re safe using them.