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How to Create and Use an Apple ID

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If you use or plan to use an Apple device, having an Apple ID will unlock a variety of services for you. Apple has a massive digital footprint and its range of properties you can access includes:

iTunes - This portal to music enables you to access tunes from artists all around the world
Mac - Apple's operating systems give platform access to hundreds and thousands of computer applications
Apple Pay - This payments solution lets you send money to friends as well as receive money with convenience
Facetime - Peer to peer communication tool
Apple App Store - This iOS focused app store lets you buy and install mobile apps of every sort, from games to financial utilities

To be able to use these services, and more, you will need an Apple ID. If this is your first time setting up an Apple ID, getting one may seem like a complicated process. The good part, however, is that, just like with a state ID, an Apple ID is fairly long-lived and, once you have it, it's not likely to change.

Creating a New Apple ID

You can follow these instructions to create a new Apple ID. First, you will need a valid email address. Go to the Apple ID website and click on the option for "Create An Apple ID." You will be prompted to enter your personal details as part of the setup process, including:

First name
Last name
Email address
Date of birth
Up to three security questions

You also have to specify your country of residence, as well as confirm your registration via a secret code. You will receive the code via email from Apple ID's servers. Enter the code on the Apple ID confirmation page to activate your Apple ID.

Apple ID for iTunes

A major incentive to get Apple ID for music lovers is the allure of Apple's iTunes music library. When you buy a new Mac or receive it as a gift, it will come with iTunes pre-installed. However, to unlock iTunes functionality such as buying music from the iTunes store, you will need to register for iTunes.

The good part is that when you visit the Apple ID site and get an Apple ID, it will work for setting up iTunes as well. With an Apple ID, you will be able to purchase music from your favorite artists as well as share your music with other iTunes users.

Using an Apple ID on the App Store

For owners of iPhones and iPods, having an Apple ID is essential in order to use the mobile operating system effectively. For example, you will need it for downloading apps, both free and paid, from the Apple App Store. In order to set up your Apple ID with the App Store, first create your Apple ID on the Apple ID site. Verify your email and ensure the Apple ID is now active.

Then, with your Apple ID ready, open up the App Store application on your iPhone or iPod Touch. It will prompt you for a username and password. Enter the ones you received for your Apple ID. To buy apps, you will also need to add a payment method such as a credit or debit card. You also need to enter your address for billing purposes.

Using Apple ID With iBooks

With an Apple ID, you can buy and read books from Apple's iBooks program. This is a reader for digital books. It is comparable to Amazon's Kindle and Rakuten's Kobo, with which iBooks compete directly.

If you have already obtained an Apple ID, registering to buy books from iBooks is just a few clicks away. Open up the iBooks app and login using your Apple ID. From the store, you can browse bestsellers as well as search for specific books. Once you find a book you would like, you can buy it outright or download a sample to preview the book.

Resetting Your Apple ID

If you forget the password for your Apple ID, you can reset the password for the account. To do this, visit the Apple ID site and request a password reset. The website also gives you the option of retrieving your Apple ID if you have forgotten it entirely. In this case, you will need to input your rescue email address so you can receive information about your Apple ID and links to reset your password. You may receive a challenge to answer security questions to verify your identity. For extra security with your Apple ID, you should take extra precautions like setting up two-factor authentication.