How to Create and Manage iCloud Aliases

iCloud aliases are a useful feature that allow you to create multiple email addresses associated with your iCloud account. These aliases can be used for various purposes such as managing different email subscriptions, separating personal and work emails, or enhancing your privacy by using different aliases for different online services. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to create and manage iCloud aliases.

Prerequisites

To create and manage iCloud aliases, you will need:

• An iCloud account
• Access to a web browser or an iOS device (iPhone or iPad)

Steps

Creating an iCloud Alias

1. Open a web browser and go to iCloud.com.
2. Sign in to your iCloud account using your Apple ID and password.
3. Once you're signed in, click on the "Mail" icon to access your iCloud Mail.
4. In the left sidebar, click on the gear icon at the bottom left corner, and then select "Preferences."
5. In the Preferences window, click on the "Accounts" tab.
6. Under the "Alias" section, click on the "Add" button.
7. In the Alias dialog box, enter a new email address that you want to create as an alias.
8. Click on the "OK" button to save the alias.
9. You can repeat steps 6 to 8 to create additional aliases if needed.
10. Once you're done creating aliases, click on the "Done" button to close the Preferences window.

Managing iCloud Aliases

1. Follow steps 1-5 from the above section to access the Accounts section in iCloud Mail Preferences.
2. Under the "Alias" section, you will see a list of your existing aliases.
3. To edit an alias, select it from the list and click on the "Edit" button.
   • You can update the name associated with the alias or delete it if needed.
   • Note that deleting an alias will permanently remove it and you will no longer be able to receive emails sent to that alias.
4. To remove an alias, select it from the list and click on the "-" button.
   • Confirm the removal when prompted.
5. To set a specific alias as your default email address, select it from the list and click on the "Set as Default" button.
   • Any new emails you compose from iCloud Mail will be sent from this default alias.
6. After making any changes, click on the "Done" button to save your settings and close the Preferences window.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now learned how to create and manage iCloud aliases. These aliases provide you with greater control and flexibility in managing your email communications. Whether it's separating personal and work emails or improving your privacy, iCloud aliases are a powerful tool to have in your arsenal. Experiment with different aliases to see how they can enhance your email experience.