Tip: How to Use 2 Apple IDs on Mac

Introduction

The question often comes up whether there's a way to use two Apple IDs on one Mac. The answer is yes, but with a small limitation: they cannot be used in the same user account.

This means you need to create another user on the Mac to set up the second Apple ID there. This way you can separate private and business accounts or give family members their own access.

Create New Mac User

To create a new user account on Mac, follow these steps:

1. Open System Settings via the Apple menu.
2. Select the "Users & Groups" section.
3. Click "Add User", enter your administrator password and follow the instructions.

Sign in Second Apple ID in New User Account

After creating the new user, sign out from the current user and sign in with the new one. There you can then set up the second Apple ID in System Settings. This gives you two separate users with their own Apple ID on the same Mac.

Family Sharing as Alternative

An interesting approach is Family Sharing. With it, you can share purchases, subscriptions, and storage plans with up to six family members without having to manage multiple Apple IDs in a single user account.