How to change your Apple ID password on iPhone
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Tested on
- iOS 18.4 - iPhone 15 Pro
- You will need
- iPhone passcode, Current Apple ID password
Step by step
Open your Apple Account settings
Launch the Settings app from your Home Screen. Tap your name at the very top of the menu to enter the Apple Account management interface.
Select Sign-In & Security
Within your account profile, locate and tap the Sign-In & Security option. This section controls your password, two-factor authentication, and account recovery methods.
Initiate the password change
Tap the Change Password row located near the top of the menu. If prompted, enter your current iPhone passcode to authorize the change.
Note: The passcode required is your device unlock code, not your Apple ID password.Create a new password
Enter your new password in the New field, then re-enter it in the Verify field to ensure accuracy. Tap Change at the top right of the screen once the passwords match.
Note: Ensure your password uses at least eight characters, including a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.Sign out of other devices
Once confirmed, the system will offer an option to Sign Out of Other Devices. Select this option if you suspect unauthorized access to your account to force a remote logout across your ecosystem.