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This wikiHow teaches you how to use iCloud to copy your text messages from an old iPhone to a new iPhone.
Steps
Part 1
Part 1 of 2:Backing Up Texts to iCloud
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2Tap your Apple ID. It's at the top of the menu (the option with your name).
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3Tap iCloud. Your iCloud settings will appear.
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4Tap iCloud Backup. A pop-up message will appear, warning you that if you proceed, your iPhone will no longer sync automatically with iTunes.
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5Tap OK.
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6Tap Backup now. Your iPhone's data, including your text messages, will now back up to iCloud.
Part 2
Part 2 of 2:Restoring Texts to a New iPhone
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1Turn on the new iPhone. You'll be greeted with the “Hello” screen.
- If you have already set up your new iPhone, you'll need to reset it before you can proceed. Here's how:
- Open your iPhone's Settings.
- Tap General.
- Tap Reset.
- Tap Erase all content and settings.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to rest your iPhone.
- If you have already set up your new iPhone, you'll need to reset it before you can proceed. Here's how:
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2Follow the on-screen instructions until you reach the Wi-Fi screen.
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3Join a Wi-Fi network. Tap the network you want to join, then enter the access code if required.
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4Tap Restore from iCloud backup.
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5Sign in to iCloud. Use the same account you used to back up your previous iPhone.
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6Select the latest backup. If you've only backed up your data once, it will be the only available option. This will start the backup.
- Stay connected to the internet throughout the entire restore process. This ensures that all of your data is restored, including photos, apps, and text messages.
About This Article
To transfer text messages from iPhone to iPhone, start by opening your phone's settings and tapping on your Apple ID. Then, tap "iCloud," followed by "iCloud Backup." Next, tap "OK" on the window that pops up, and tap "Backup Now" to back up your text messages to iCloud. Finally, start up your new phone, connect to Wi-Fi, and tap "Restore from iCloud backup" to upload all of your text messages. For tips on how to start up your new iPhone, scroll down!
