Quick Answer: Can I Reinstall macOS Without Apple Id?

macrumors 6502. If you install the OS from a USB stick, you don’t have to use your Apple ID. Boot from the USB stick, use the Disk Utility before installing, erase your computer’s disk partitions, and then install.

Can you reset Mac without Apple ID password?

First you’ll need to turn off your Mac. Then press the power button and immediately hold down the Control and R keys until you see the Apple logo or spinning globe icon. Release the keys and shortly afterwards you should see the macOS Utilities window appear.

Can Big Sur install without Apple ID?

Fortunately, you don’t need an Apple ID to update macOS software. Third-party software purchased through the App Store requires the Apple ID logged in for the person who bought it in order to re-download it, but you may be able to install and launch updates without that login.