How to Fix iPhone Keeps Asking for Apple ID Password [iOS 16 Supported]

Does your iPhone ask for your Apple ID password over and over again? It can be extremely frustrating if your iPhone is stuck in Apple ID login loop. This is a common problem that iPhone users would encounter when using iPhone. In the Apple Community, lots of iPhone users reflected that they don't know how to solve iPhone keep asking for Apple ID password.

"My iPhone keeps asking for my Apple ID password. So I continuously need to manually sign in. I've reset my password but that doesn't help. Is it because of a certain setting that I've overlooked? Any ideas how to stop this? Many thanks!"

Don't fret, there's hope. Well, in this article, we will walk you through how to solve iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password. Then you don't need to worry about the problem when you are using your iPhone.

• Part 1. Why Does iPhone Keep Asking for Apple ID Password?
• Part 2. Best Way to Fix iPhone Keep Asking for Old Apple ID Password
• Part 3. How to Fix iPhone 13/12/11 Keeps Asking for Apple ID Password
• Part 4. Conclusion

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Part 1. Why Does My iPhone Keep Asking for Apple ID Password?

iPhone constantly asking for Apple ID password is a bug that pops up from time to time. It can be caused by the following reasons. After figuring out the reasons, you'll be able to fix the problem and make iPhone stop asking for Apple ID password.

1. You have reset the password for your Apple ID at other places. Then you'll need to enter your newly created password on your device.

2. Your iPhone is out of date, or there is a software bug on your device.

3. There are some changes you've made to your Apple ID details like email address, phone number, address, and more.

4. iMessage or FaceTime has activation issues. Or there is a problem with the settings of iCloud on your iPhone.

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Part 2. Best Way to Fix New iPhone Keeps Asking for Old Apple ID Password

What to do if iPhone repeatedly asking for Apple ID and password? To solve it, you can try using an Apple ID removal tool - MagFone iPhone Unlocker. It is a helpful tool for any user who want to fix various issues with Apple ID on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Thus, you are able to use MagFone software to fix iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password.

With the help of MagFone iPhone Unlocker, you can remove all types of screen locks like Face ID and Touch ID. In addition, MagFone iPhone Unlocker can get rid of Screen Time passcode and turn off MDM locks without losing data. The following is how to stop iPhone from Apple ID asking for password via MagFone iPhone Unlocker.

Step 1 Connect iPhone to Computer and Open MagFone

The first step is to use a USB cable to connect between your iPhone and computer. Then open MagFone iPhone Unlocker on the computer and it will automatically detects your device. On the interface of MagFone software, select the Remove Apple ID option and click the Start button.

Step 2 Check and Confirm the Device Status of iPhone

The second step is to check the device status. If Find My iPhone is enabled on your device, you need to set a screen lock and enable Two-Factor Authentication on the device. Then proceed to click the Next step on the computer.

Step 3 Download and Verify the Firmware for iPhone

The next step is to carefully check the device information of your iPhone. You'll find the details of your device on the screen of MagFone software. After confirming the information, you can select the iOS version and click the Download button to get the matching firmware.

Step 4 Fix iPhone Keeps Asking for Apple ID Password

The final step is to start removing Apple ID from iPhone. This step will completely help you solve your problem. Simply click the Unlock button after downloading and verifying the firmware. Be patient, and wait for MagFone iPhone Unlocker to complete the task. And keep your iPhone connected to your computer in the whole process.

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Part 3. How to Make iPhone Stop Asking for Apple ID Password

Here are some tips for troubleshooting iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password. If you don't want to use a third-party tool to solve your problem.

Solution 1. Force Restart iPhone

If you're asked to enter your password for Apple ID every time when you use iPhone, try forcing your iPhone to restart. It could help you solve this problem.

Step 1. Press and quickly release the volume up button.

Step 2. Press and quickly release the volume down button.

Step 3. Press and hold the side button.

Step 4. When the Apple logo appears, release the side button.

Solution 2. Update iOS on iPhone

The problem can be caused by an iOS update. If your iPhone has not been updated to the latest version, then you can update iOS on your device for solving the problem.

Step 1. Tap Settings > General on your iPhone and select Software Updated.

Step 2. Choose the software update you want to install, then tap Download and Install.

Step 3. After downloading the update, enter your passcode, then tap Install Now.

Solution 3. Turn FaceTime and iMessage off and on

Running FaceTime and iMessage with your Apple ID can solve your problem. Now you can disable FaceTime and iMessage and then turn them on again.

Step 1. Go to Settings > Message and turn iMessage off.

Step 2. Go back to Settings and tap FaceTime then turn FaceTime off.

Step 3. After that, go to turn FaceTime and iMessage on again.

Solution 4. Sign out of Apple ID and Sign In Again

To stop iPhone from Apple ID asking for password, you can sign out of iCloud on your iPhone and then sign in it again. Learn how to fix your problem by signing out Apple ID.

Step 1. Tap Settings > [your name] and scroll down to tap Sign Out.

Step 2. Enter your Apple ID password and tap Turn Off.

Step 3. Go to keep a copy of the data on your device and tap Sign Out.

Step 4. Tap Sign Out again to confirm that you want to sign out of iCloud.

Solution 5. Reset iPhone to Factory Settings

Resetting iPhone to factory settings is a way that can help you fix Apple iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password. But it will erase all the data and settings on your iPhone.

Step 1. Head to Settings > General and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone.

Step 2. Under Transfer or Reset iPhone, tap Erase All Content and Settings.

Step 3. Tap Continue, enter your screen password or Apple ID password, then confirm that you want to erase your device.

Solution 6. Change Apple ID Password

When you are constantly asked to enter your Apple ID password, then you can go to reset your password. By creating a new password, maybe you can solve your problem.

Step 1. Tap Settings > [your name] > Password & Security.

Step 2. Under Password & Security, tap Change Password.

Step 3. Enter your current password, then create a new password and confirm the new password.

Step 4. Tap Change or Change Password.

Solution 7. Disable Require Passwords for Free Downloads

If you are required to enter your Apple ID password when downloading a free app, then you can turn off password for free downloads. Simply perform the following steps.

Step 1. Go to Settings > [your name] and tap Media & Purchases.

Step 2. In the pop-up window, select Password Settings.

Step 3. In the next page, turn Require Password off and tap Done.

Solution 8. Turn off Face ID or Touch ID for iTunes & App Store

Disabling Face ID or Touch ID for iTunes & App Store has proved to be a way to fix iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password. Perform the below steps on your device.

Step 1. Open Settings and find Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode.

Step 2. Type your screen passcode and and turn iTunes & App Store off.

Solution 9. Check the Update of Apps on iPhone

It's possible that those apps installed on your iPhone cause the problem. In this case, you can go to update your apps on your device. Here's how to.

Step 1. Launch the App Store app and tap your profile icon at the top of the screen.

Step 2. Scroll to see pending updates and release notes.

Step 3. Tap Update next to an app to update only that app. Or tap Update All.

Solution 10. Reset Network Settings on iPhone

Resetting your network settings could be a way for fix your issue with Apple ID. It’s easy to reset it, and you follow the below steps to get it done.

Step 1. Tap Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone.

Step 2. Select Reset and tap Reset Network Settings.

Solution 11. Check Apple System Status

Apple provides a support page with real-time status information for its services, stores and iCloud. For solving your problem, you can go to check Apple system status.

Step 1. Go to https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/ in a web browser on your iPhone.

Step 2. Start checking Apple system status of your iPhone. Make sure that all the options are green.

Solution 12. Turn Location Services on and off

This is another solution that a few users have suggested. You can try turning Location Services on and off on your device for solving your problem.

Step 1. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services.

Step 2. Turn Location Services off and you’ll be asked to enter your Apple ID password.

Step 3. After entering your Apple ID password, go back to turn Location Services on again.

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Conclusion

And voila! The above are the methods that can be applied to fix iPhone keeps asking for Apple ID password. If you are encountering this problem, then you can try using those methods to resolve it. For solving it instantly, you can use MagFone iPhone Unlocker. There is a free trial version for you to test. Go to download it, and have a try!