Despite this, Apple didn’t allow users to merge purchases onto one account.
It’s not necessarily simple, but it is doable.
That’s probably why it has taken Apple so long to make this feature available.
Data migration is complicated.
I remember when people’siTunes libraries were corrupted when Apple Music launchedand not everyone found a working solution.
That’s why I think it’s best to take migrating purchases slow and steady.
I also don’t recommend going through with this process if you’re beta testing many apps via TestFlight.
This process is also unavailable in three major regionsthe EU, United Kingdom, and India.
This is the account where all your purchases will be unified.
The secondary Apple Account should only be used for media and purchases.
This account won’t be able to make any purchases once the migration is complete.
You should know the email address, phone numbers, and passwords for both accounts.
Your Apple Accounts should not be shared with another person.
Your Apple Accounts shouldn’t be created as a child account through Family Sharing.
Migration can’t be done if both accounts have music library data associated with them.
The Apple Account shouldn’t be locked or disabled.
It also shouldn’t be a part of special access programs for apps on content (e.g.
linked to an employer to receive special access to apps).
The secondary Apple Account shouldn’t be used for testing beta versions through TestFlight.
Stop testing all apps before attempting migration.
To verify this, go toSettings > YOUR NAME > Media & Purchases > View Account.
If you see a different Apple Account here from your primary Apple Account, you’re all set.
If not, you’re free to sign out and sign in to the correct account.
Ensure that the secondary account isn’t a part of a Family Sharing group.
Check that both accounts are set to the same country and region.
Enable two-factor authentication on both accounts.
If you have unused Apple Account balance on the secondary account, spend it all prior to beginning migrating.
Wait for rental content to expire before beginning this process.
Verify that the payment method linked to the secondary account is working and keep all its details handy.
You’ll have to verify a payment from the secondary account before this process goes through.
Sign in to the account if you’re asked to, then scroll down, and selectMigrate Purchases.
Check the information about both accounts and follow on-screen prompts to complete migrating purchases to the primary account.
You will also receive emails confirming this on both your email addresses.
Check your Media & Purchases controls and sign in here with your primary Apple Account.
The migration process can only be done once on an account.
