No. accountsd keeps your accounts signed in.
It refreshes sign-ins and tokens over the network.
accountsd is “partly” network-related: most of its work is local bookkeeping, but it contacts account providers to refresh credentials. If it's stuck at high CPU, open System Settings › Internet Accounts and look for accounts asking for a password, and remove accounts you no longer use.
Facts
- Owner
- Apple (part of macOS)
- Network-related
- Yes
- Typical ports
- 443
- Block it?
- Don’t block it
What it connects to
| Host | Country | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account providers (Apple, Google, Microsoft…) | Various | Token refresh and account checks |
Should you worry?
No. accountsd keeps your accounts signed in. Occasional high CPU usually comes from an account with a problem: wrong password, expired token or a large sync.
Frequently asked questions
What does accountsd do?
It manages the internet accounts configured on your Mac and lets apps like Mail and Calendar use them.
Why is accountsd using high CPU?
Usually an account with a sign-in problem or a big sync. Check Internet Accounts for errors and remove unused accounts.
Can I quit accountsd?
Quitting it in Activity Monitor restarts it automatically. Fix the account problem instead.