Remove AirPods Apple ID, Trouble with recharging or syncing your AirPods? Perhaps the Apple ID associated with the AirPods is locked to the previous owner. Find out what you need to do to delete the Apple ID from your AirPods or AirPods Pro and how to do it separately.
The ease with which the AirPods may be set up and paired with other Apple products is a big part of their appeal. However, if the AirPods are acting strangely or won’t charge, a simple reset should do the trick.
Remove AirPods Apple ID
The usual factory reset technique does not delete the AirPods Apple ID, which is a security feature of AirPods gen 3 and AirPods Pro (and AirPods Max as well), but it can cause issues for used or refurbished AirPods.
Come with me as I examine what must be done in both cases.
How to factory reset AirPods and AirPods Pro
- Put both AirPods inside the charging case if you haven’t before.
- Put the cover back on and wait thirty seconds.
- Lift the cover and access the Settings menu on your iOS device.
- To activate your AirPods, head to Settings > Bluetooth > and click the I next to your headphones.
- To erase all data from the device, swipe down and select Forget This Device; repeat this action if prompted.
- When the front light of the AirPods charging case flashes amber, then white, charging is complete.
If your AirPods haven’t already been paired with an Apple ID, you should be able to do so now; if they have, however, read on for instructions on unpairing them.
- Place your Apple device within close proximity to the charging case for your AirPods.
- In the event that a prompt appears on your screen, do as instructed.
How to remove AirPods Apple ID
When setting up your AirPods (3rd generation) or AirPods Pro/Max, you may receive a notice saying that the headphones are already associated with another Apple ID.
- The Find My app must be activated on the previous owner’s iPhone or iPad.
- To access your AirPods, navigate to the bottom of the screen and click “Devices.”
- Drag the cursor down > It’s Time to Take Out the Technology
- If the prior owner does this when the AirPods are not within Bluetooth range, you will need to reset the AirPods before using them for the first time (follow the steps above again)
Of note, Apple insists that these measures constitute the sole means by which content can be removed from an Apple ID. Apple won’t help you disable Pairing Lock.
A return is probably in order if you just purchased a used or refurbished pair of AirPods and discovered that they are linked to an Apple ID whose owner you do not know.
Refurbished partners of Amazon and Walmart have been experiencing issues due to customers returning AirPods without first deleting them from the Find My app.
If you plan to sell your AirPods on eBay or any other service, you should also erase their data and turn off Find My before doing so. Additionally, if you’re looking to buy used AirPods, be sure the seller has performed this step.
FAQs:
Q1: Can you reset the Apple ID of AirPods?
For at least 15 seconds, press and keep held the setup button. Press and hold the button until the status light alternates between flashing amber and white. All settings on your AirPods have been deleted and deleted completely. The AirPods will need to be re-paired with your devices before they can be used again.
Q2: How do I change the owner of AirPods?
Changing who owns your AirPods requires a factory reset and unlinking the devices from your Apple ID. Though this procedure is simple and provides someone else full access to your devices, it is not possible to have them paired to both of you at once.
Q3: Can AirPods be tracked?
If you’ve misplaced your device, the only method to find it again is to use Find My. Besides Find My iPhone, Apple doesn’t offer any additional services that can help you keep tabs on or locate your missing gadget. AirPods may be located by activating Find My on the associated iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Q4: How can I find the owner of AirPods?
If you’ve lost your AirPods and can’t find the owner, ask around. Locating the owner in this way will be the quickest option. Taking a picture and uploading it to a local page is another option. Alternatively, you may use Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. At long last, dial 1-800-MY-APPLE for some assistance.
Q5: Can I Find My AirPods if someone stole them?
Finding misplaced or stolen AirPods with the help of Find My. Lost Apple devices, AirTags, and even some third-party accessories can be tracked down with the use of the Find My app and the Find My network. Each Mac, iPad, and iPhone that isn’t disconnected from the network can help locate other gadgets that may have wandered off.