The "Apple ID" era is officially over.
The transition from "Apple ID" to "Apple Account" went from a rumor to an official announcement to something that has now been fully completed.
As of this week, the account.apple.com website is fully updated with Apple Account branding.
"Apple ID is now Apple Account," the page says. "You can still sign in with the same email address or phone number and password."
Apple's explanation for the change:
With the releases of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11, Apple ID is renamed to Apple Account for a consistent sign-in experience across Apple services and devices, and relies on a user's existing credentials.
"Apple Account" is certainly a more straightforward name, but "Apple ID" had been used for over two decades and had a lot of sentimental value.
Farewell, Apple ID!
