How to Sign Out of iCloud on iPhone 14
Need to switch iCloud accounts or hand off your iPhone 14 to someone else? Signing out of iCloud is easy, but there are a few important things to know before you do it. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide on how to sign out of your iCloud account on iOS 16.
Before You Sign Out
Make sure your iPhone has a stable internet connection. iCloud requires access to Apple’s servers to complete the sign-out process—if you’re offline or have a weak signal, it might not work.
How to Sign Out of iCloud on iPhone 14
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap your Apple ID banner at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap Sign Out.
- Enter your Apple ID password when prompted to turn off Find My iPhone.
- Choose whether to keep a copy of your iCloud data (like Contacts, Calendars, or Safari data) on your device.
- Tap Sign Out again to confirm.
Once complete, your iPhone will be signed out of iCloud and Find My iPhone will be disabled.
What Happens When You Sign Out of iCloud?
- iCloud-stored data will be removed from your iPhone, but stays safe in iCloud.
- Services like:
- iCloud Drive
- iCloud Backup
- Find My iPhone
- iCloud Keychain
- Private Relay
- Hide My Email
- HomeKit Secure Video
- and Custom Email Domains
will be disabled for that account.
- You’ll also be signed out of:
- iMessage
- FaceTime
- App Store
Can You Still Use iPhone Features?
Yes! Here’s how:
- App Store: You can sign in separately with an Apple ID to continue downloading apps.
- iMessage & FaceTime: You can use your phone number instead of your Apple ID for both services.