Users Manual

Set up Apple Pay: You can set up Apple Pay for one user account on your
MacBook Air during setup. Other users can still pay with Apple Pay, but they must
complete the purchase using their iPhone or Apple Watch that’s been set up for
Apple Pay (see ). Follow the onscreen prompts to add and
verify your card. If you already use a card for media purchases, you might be
prompted to verify this card first.
To set up Apple Pay or add additional cards later, open System Preferences, then
click Wallet & Apple Pay. Follow the onscreen prompts to set up Apple Pay.
Note: The card issuer determines whether your card is eligible to use with Apple Pay,
and may ask you to provide additional information to complete the verification
process. Many credit and debit cards can be used with Apple Pay. For information
about Apple Pay availability and current credit card issuers, see the Apple Support
article .
Tip: If you’re new to Mac, see the Apple Support articles
and . And you can view the
to learn more.
Apple Account on Mac
Your Apple ID is an account that lets you access all Apple services. Use your Apple ID to
download apps from the App Store; access media in Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Apple
TV, and Apple Books; keep your content up to date across devices using iCloud; set up a
Family Sharing group; and more.
You can also use your Apple ID to access other apps and websites (see
in the macOS User Guide).
Important: If you forget your Apple ID password, you don’t need to create a new
Apple ID. Just click the “Forgot Apple ID or password?” link in the sign-in window to
retrieve your password.
If other family members use Apple devices, make sure that each family member has their
own Apple ID. You can create Apple ID accounts for your kids and share purchases and
subscriptions with Family Sharing, described later in this section.
To view the services you can use with your Apple ID, see
All in one place. Manage everything related to your Apple ID in the same place. Open
System Preferences on your MacBook Air—your Apple ID and Family Sharing settings are
at the top.
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