How do I get rid of multiples of the same contact? When I delete them, it just adds more!!!

I have multiples of the same contacts & now multiples of the same event on my calendar!!!

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 28, 2021 8:59 AM

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LD150

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Jan 28, 2021 9:03 AM in response to sandrafromindependence

Settings, Contacts, Accounts

Do you have icloud plus one or more other accounts set with contacts “on”?

If so chose which one you want to use.

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How do I get rid of multiples of the same contact? When I delete them, it just adds more!!!

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