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Change Overview preferences for your Apple ID on Mac
On your Mac, use Overview preferences to update Apple ID settings, sign out of your Apple ID account, and review Apple information about Apple ID and privacy policies. Learn how to use your Apple ID preferences.
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To change these preferences, choose Apple menu
Open Apple ID preferences for me
Option | Description | ||||||||||
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Update Apple ID Settings | You see this button if your Apple ID settings need to be updated to allow use of new services or verify authorised access. | ||||||||||
About Apple ID & Privacy | This button provides information about the Apple privacy policy used to protect your information and choose what you share. | ||||||||||
Sign Out | Sign out of your Apple ID on this Mac. See If you sign out of your Apple ID preferences. |