unable to sync messages between macbook pro and iphone

I'm getting messages on my iphone but they aren't transferring over to my new MacBook pro. When I go to preferences on Messages the option to Sync is not clickable. Any suggestions?

Posted on Dec 9, 2020 5:15 PM

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Posted on Dec 14, 2020 11:52 AM

Hi sharon289,


We're glad you've come out through Apple Support Communities for help with this issue you're experiencing syncing your Messages app between iPhone and MacBook Pro. We'll help get to the bottom of this.


We've got a great resource to share with you to start. This guide goes over steps to get Messages set up on your Mac:


Use Messages with your Mac


You'll also want to ensure that Messages is properly configured on your iPhone, with a check mark by both your phone number and an Apple ID email under Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.


The following guide has more details:


Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime


We're here for you if you've got any questions.


Have a great day!

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Dec 14, 2020 11:52 AM in response to sharon289

Hi sharon289,


We're glad you've come out through Apple Support Communities for help with this issue you're experiencing syncing your Messages app between iPhone and MacBook Pro. We'll help get to the bottom of this.


We've got a great resource to share with you to start. This guide goes over steps to get Messages set up on your Mac:


Use Messages with your Mac


You'll also want to ensure that Messages is properly configured on your iPhone, with a check mark by both your phone number and an Apple ID email under Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.


The following guide has more details:


Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime


We're here for you if you've got any questions.


Have a great day!

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