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  Step-by-step guide for connecting your Apple iCloud account to Leave Me Alone.
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# How to connect an iCloud Mail account

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## Step 1: Generate an app-specific password

1. [Sign in to your Apple ID account page](https://appleid.apple.com/account/home).
2. In the Security section, click **Generate Password...** below App-Specific Passwords.
3. Enter "**Leave Me Alone**" and click Create.
4. **Copy the App Password** - don't forget this bit ️⚠️

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All done!

You can now connect your iCloud to [Leave Me Alone](https://leavemealone.app/) using your email address and the App Password you just generated.

## Troubleshooting

### I can't connect my account

Please ensure you are using the same email address that you sign into iCloud with (your APPLE ID) to connect your account to Leave Me Alone. **This might be different from your email address.**

### Still need help?

Submit a request [here](https://leavemealone.app/feedback) or email us at [support@leavemealone.app](mailto:support@leavemealone.app).
