How to Add an Apple Account to Family Sharing: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily add an Apple account to your Family Sharing group in just a few steps.

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To add an Apple account to your family: Go to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > Add Family Member. Choose to send an invitation via iMessage, Mail, or other options. The recipient needs to accept the invitation and follow the on-screen steps to join your family group.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Family Sharing on Apple devices? Family Sharing allows you to share Apple subscriptions, purchases, and family calendars with up to six family members.
  2. Can I remove a family member from my Apple Family Sharing group? Yes, you can remove a family member by going to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing and selecting the family member to remove.
  3. What if the invite to join Family Sharing is not received? If the invitation hasn't been received, check the method used to send it and ask the recipient to look in their Message or Mail apps.
  4. Can I set Family Sharing up on my Mac? Yes, Family Sharing can be set up on your Mac through System Preferences > Family Sharing.

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