Very rare occasionally we need to use security question and answer of our Apple ID. It comes to help when we have forgotten our Apple ID password. Even if we forget the password, it is pretty easy to reset using the email address we used while creating Apple ID.
Anyways, if you wish to change the security question, it is pretty simple. You can follow the process given below either on your iPhone or iPad. The same can be done on a Mac or a PC as well, but the web page layout will be a little different from the web version.
Check the guide below for complete details.
- How to Reset Apple ID Security Questions from iPhone/iPad
- How to Reset Apple ID Security Questions from Mac/Windows PC
Reset Apple ID Security Questions from iPhone/iPad
Step #1. First launch Safari or any other browser on your iPhone or iPad.
Step #2. Now visit www.appleid.apple.com by entering the web address in the URL box.
Step #3. Login with your existing Apple user ID and Password.
Step #4. Once you are in your Apple ID page, tap on Security tab.
Step #6. You’ll be required to answer the previously set question. If you remember the answer, enter it (If you do not remember the answers to your previous security question, tap on the link that says “Reset your security questions“, An email will be sent to your registered email ID. Check your email and follow the instructions from there.)
Step #7. Tap on Change questions.
That’s It! Lets see how you do the same on your Mac or Windows PC.
Reset Apple ID Security Questions from Mac/Windows PC
Step #1. Open any other browser.
Step #2. Go to https://appleid.apple.com/!&page=signin.
Step #3. Login with your existing Apple user ID and Password.
Step #4. Now click on “Change Questions…” located in the Security tab.
Step #5. You’ll be required to answer the previously set question. If you remember the answer, enter it. (In case you have forgotten the answer, click on “Reset your security questions”. You’ll receive an email with a link to proceed further. Follow the instructions and reset your security questions.)
It’s little frustrating to change the security question, but it is set that way to protect your account from any misuse. The security questions are also helpful in case you forget your password.
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