What Does Removing a Device From Apple ID Do?
Removing a device from your Apple ID will cease that device’s ability to perform any functions related to your Apple account. Once removed, the device will no longer be able to receive notifications or messages sent to your Apple account, accept 2-factor authentication codes, connect to iCloud, make any purchases on the App Store, sync to other devices, or make backups of itself. Removing a device from your Apple ID might also be necessary if you reach your device association limit (10 devices/5 computers) and wish to add another one. In such a scenario, you could remove an old device to make room for the new one.
How Do I Remove a Device From My Apple Account?
You can remove an iPad, iPhone, or even your Mac from your Apple account from your other Apple devices. Just make sure you’re signed in to your Apple account on the device you plan to use; otherwise, it won’t know what devices to look for. From your iPhone or iPad:
How Do I Unlink an iPhone From an Apple ID?
Unlinking an iPhone from your Apple ID follows the same steps as above. You can also unlink your iPhone (or other Apple device) from your Apple ID using your Mac.
Why Can’t I Remove a Device From My Apple ID?
If you can’t remove a device from your Apple ID (either because the option is greyed out or the choice isn’t being shown at all), you might need to log out of your Apple ID on that device first. You can sign out of your Apple ID from that device by going to Settings > Apple ID and tapping Sign Out (you will need to input your Apple ID password to complete the sign-out process. Once you’re signed out, you should be able to remove the device from your Apple account by using another device or a Mac, as detailed above.
