How do I reset my Apple ID password without a password or phone number?

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Within the Apple - Mac forums, part of the Tech Support Forum category; I forgot my password and I have no method to reset it. I can only use the "Forgot Password" link .

I forgot my password and I have no method to reset it. I can only use the "Forgot Password" link to sign into a new account but that doesn't help me get access to my computer files since that's all that I'm interested in recovering.

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How can I get my Apple ID password if I forgot it?

I have an Apple ID on my iPhone, but it's been a while since I've used it.

I do know the password, but don't know if that has any effect. I need it because I cannot download anything at all through it. And if I download something, I lose them both. How can I get the password from the app store again?

As stated in the related question here: "It is possible to reset the forgotten password and generate a new password for any registered AppleID but it requires direct assistance from Apple." You will not be able to restore the account without a known AppleID email address, you will need direct contact with Apple to get access to your forgotten account and restore it.

How do I reset my Apple ID password with my email?

You can reset your Apple ID password with an email address associated with your Apple account.

To reset a password, you must be enrolled in iTunes Connect and have an active developer account. If you are unable to access your password, reset it immediately by visiting this page. How do I change my Apple ID email address? You can change the email address associated with your Apple ID by logging into iTunes Connect and updating your account information. After you've logged into iTunes Connect, select Edit Account from the top navigation bar. How do I change my Apple ID password? To change your password, select Change Password from the login screen. Enter your new password twice in the Password field, then click Save Changes. How do I delete my Apple ID? Deleting your Apple ID deletes all data from your account, but will not delete your iTunes Connect profile. If you would like to delete your iTunes Connect profile, you must first delete your account.

To delete your account, log in to iTunes Connect and select Delete Account from the top navigation bar.