[5 Ways] How to Remove A Device from iCloud/Apple ID

An iCloud account lets you sync and back up multiple Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch. But over time, unused or sold devices can remain linked to your account.

To keep your account secure, it’s important to remove any devices you no longer use. This will sign them out of iCloud and disable features like Find My and Apple Pay. In this guide, you’ll learn how to remove a device from iCloud using your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

What to Know Before Removing A Device from iCloud?

Before you remove a device from iCloud, it’s important to be aware of a few key points to avoid any issues.

• Removing a device from iCloud stops it from accessing all data tied to your Apple ID, such as photos, documents, and backups.
• The device will no longer appear in Find My, meaning you won't be able to track it if it's lost or stolen.
• If you’re selling or giving away the device, make sure to sign out of iCloud directly on the device to prevent future access issues.
• Keep in mind that signing out of iCloud only removes the account, while a factory reset erases all content from the device.
• Removing the device can also free up iCloud storage if it was set to back up regularly.

Now that you're aware of the important details, the next step is to look at the different ways you can remove a device from your iCloud account.

How to Remove A Device from iCloud with Password

Removing a device from iCloud is simple if you have the Apple ID password. You can do it directly on the device or through other available methods. Here’s how each option works.

Remove Device from iCloud on iPhone Settings

You can remove device from iCloud directly from an iPhone or iPad's Settings. Follow these simple steps:

1. Go to Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Tap on your Apple Account. You may be required to enter the password to continue.
3. Scroll down to the bottom and you should find all the devices associated with your iCloud account.
4. Tap on the device you would like to remove and then click Remove from Account. Tap Remove on the popup message to confirm the process.

Remove Device from iCloud on Find My App

You can also use the Find My app to remove a device from iCloud remotely, which is especially helpful if the device isn’t physically with you.

1. Open the Find My app and tap Devices at the bottom to see your list of devices.
2. Select the device you want to remove. Scroll down and tap Remove This Device.
3. Confirm by tapping Remove and entering your Apple ID password.

Remove iPhone from iCloud at iCloud.com

You can also remove a device from your iCloud account at iCloud.com. To do that, follow these simple steps:

1. Go to iCloud.com on any browser and then sign in with your Apple ID and password.
2. If you enable two-factor authentication, enter the code that has sent to your trusted device and continue.
3. Select Find iPhone (iPad) and then click on All Devices to see all the devices in that account. Select the device you would like to remove.
4. If you no longer wish to use the device, you can erase it before removing it from the account. Otherwise, click Remove from Account and the device will be removed from the iCloud account immediately.

Remove Device from iCloud Using A Mac

If you're using a Mac signed in with the same Apple ID as your device, you can remove devices linked to your iCloud account directly from the Mac.

1. On your Mac computer, click on the Apple logo and choose System Preferences from the drop-down menu.
2. At the top right of the System Preferences screen, find Apple ID/Account and tap on it.
3. In the left pane, scroll down and click on the device you would like to remove.
4. Now click on Remove from Account and tap Remove on the confirmation screen, the device will be removed immediately.

Delete Device from the Apple ID Account Page

If you fail to remove your device from Apple ID or have no access to the device, this method should help.

1. Open a browser and go to appleid.apple.com, then sign in with your Apple ID.
2. Once logged in, click on Devices and select your iPhone.
3. Click on your device to view its details, then choose Remove from Account.
4. Confirm by clicking Remove from Account in the pop-up window.

How to Remove Device from Apple ID without Password

If you've forgotten your Apple ID password but need to remove a device from iCloud, FoneGeek iPhone Passcode Unlocker provides a simple, one-click solution. It allows you to quickly regain access to your device, unlink it from iCloud, and remove any previous iCloud restrictions. Plus, it can remove all types of screen locks from iPhone/iPad.

Follow these simple steps to remove iCloud account without password:

Step 1: Run FoneGeek iPhone Passcode Unlocker on your computer and in the main interface, select the Unlock Apple ID option to continue.

Step 2: Connect the iPhone or iPad to the computer via USB cable, unlock the device and tap Trust this computer to allow the program to detect the device.

Step 3: Click Start Unlock and the program will begin unlocking the iCloud account and Apple ID associated with the device.

Step 4: If Find my iPhone is off, the program will remove the iCloud account immediately. You can then log in with a different Apple ID and continue using it as before.

If Find my iPhone is enabled, you need reset all settings on the device. To do this: go the Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone> Reset All Settings. When the device automatically restarts, the program will remove the associated iCloud account.

FAQs about Removing Device from iCloud

What happens if you delete a device from iCloud?

When you delete a device from iCloud, it will no longer have access to any iCloud-linked content. However, the device may still be signed in with your Apple ID and may prompt you to log in again. To fully disconnect it, you may need to sign out of your Apple ID on the device or perform a factory reset.

Should you remove old iPhone from iCloud account?

If you are lost or sold a device, you should remove the device from your iCloud account so it doesn't show up in your devices list. Even if you still have that device but no longer use it, remoing from iCloud account will ensure that it not display the verification codes.

Does removing device from iCloud erase data?

No, removing a device from iCloud doesn’t erase the data on the device. It only removes access to iCloud services like Photos, Mail, and Contacts, unless those items have been backed up elsewhere. This action helps manage your iCloud account but leaves most data intact on the device itself.

Conclusion

Now that you know how to remove a device from your iCloud account. If you plan to give away an old Apple device or you do find a device that you don't own, you'd better delete it from the devices list immediately and then change your iCloud password.

If you don't have the Apple ID password, then FoneGeek iPhone Passcode Unlocker offer the perfect solution. It allows you to remove a device from iCloud without needing the Apple ID password.