How to Prevent an Email Account from Linking to the Reminders App on an iPhone
Open your iPhone's Settings., Scroll down and tap Reminders., Tap Accounts., Tap an email account., Slide the button next to "Reminders" to the Off position.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open your iPhone's Settings.
It's a gray icon containing gears; it's usually found on one of your home screens.
If you don't see it on a home screen, look for it in a folder labeled Utilities. -
Step 2: Scroll down and tap Reminders.
It’s in the fifth section. , It’s the first option in the menu. , Select the account you wish to disconnect from the Reminders app. , Make sure the button is toward the left and surrounded by white.
Now, Reminders will no longer be linked to the email account you selected.
You'll no longer be able to set automatic reminders from this email account, but you can, of course, still enter email-related reminders manually.
To re-link the account, simply turn Reminders on again. -
Step 3: Tap Accounts.
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Step 4: Tap an email account.
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Step 5: Slide the button next to "Reminders" to the Off position.
Detailed Guide
It's a gray icon containing gears; it's usually found on one of your home screens.
If you don't see it on a home screen, look for it in a folder labeled Utilities.
It’s in the fifth section. , It’s the first option in the menu. , Select the account you wish to disconnect from the Reminders app. , Make sure the button is toward the left and surrounded by white.
Now, Reminders will no longer be linked to the email account you selected.
You'll no longer be able to set automatic reminders from this email account, but you can, of course, still enter email-related reminders manually.
To re-link the account, simply turn Reminders on again.
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