Delete iTunes account

If you no longer need an account, delete it. However, you cannot completely delete your iTunes account. However, you can change your personal data so that your correct information is overwritten. We'll show you how it's done.

iTunes accounts cannot be completely deleted

You can delete your Apple account both via iTunes and in the browser. If you have activated a payment method other than a voucher in your account, you should carry out the project via iTunes.

Clear Apple ID information in iTunes

1. Start iTunes on your computer.
2. Click the "iTunes Store" button at the top right of the screen.
3. At the top left you will now see your email address. Click on this, select the "Account" item in the menu and enter your password.
4. You now have an overview of all of the data that iTunes has on you. Right click on the blue links labeled "Edit" or "Manage".
5. Here you can delete the information or simply enter new and incorrect data.
6. After each change, always click on the "Done" button at the bottom right so that your changes are saved.

Delete iTunes account in the browser

1. Open this website to log in to your Apple account.
2. Click the blue "Manage your Apple ID" button on the right side of the page.
3. Enter your email address and password and click on the "Register" button.
4. You can now click through your data on the left in the menu and alienate or delete it.
5. Save each change with a click on the "Save change" button.

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