Do each individual in a family require a separate Apple ID?

Do each individual family members need their own Apple ID? same ID with multiple devices ?

Posted on May 16, 2023 10:16 AM

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Johnathan Burger

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Posted on May 16, 2023 10:20 AM

Each individual should have their own Apple ID.

If you want to share apps or purchased media you would use family sharing.

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Johnathan Burger

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May 16, 2023 10:20 AM in response to vetch121

Each individual should have their own Apple ID.

If you want to share apps or purchased media you would use family sharing.

Family Sharing - Apple

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