Restore account access on this Mac
Resolve sign-in, activation, and unavailable allowance messages.
Follow the account warning
- 1Open Settings > Account and read Action needed.
- 2If asked to sign in, enter the account email and choose Send sign-in code.
- 3Enter the eight-digit email code, then choose Verify and activate. Use Resend code if needed.
- 4If already signed in, use Restore access or the offered Enable tools action to apply your plan to this Mac.
Match the fix to the message
An unavailable monthly allowance does not necessarily mean your activation expired. If activation remains valid, reconnect and choose Refresh account. If activation starts in the future, check Date & Time in macOS System Settings. For App Store access, use Manage with Apple or Check access again as offered.