how can I change the MacBook name and password using my iCloud

I bought a used MacBook, and I want to change its old name & the device name using my iCloud account

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Aug 23, 2023 08:43 PM

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Posted on Aug 24, 2023 12:02 PM

You can't change your Mac's name in iCloud, as TheLittles pointed out.


You'll need to do that on the Mac itself: Change your computer’s name or local hostname on Mac - Apple Support


Hope this helps.


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Aug 23, 2023 08:50 PM in response to UniCorn007

UniCorn007 Said:

"how can I change the MacBook name and password using my iCloud: I bought a used MacBook, and I want to change its old name & the device name using my iCloud account"

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Changing a Device Name and Password in iCloud:

You Can't. This not an option --and obviously for safety reasons. If someone got in to your Apple Account, then they could change ether password on their own will. This can only be perform on the device itself.

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