When I use quick start to transfer data to a new phone Will the data on my old phone be lost

When I use quick start to transfer data to a new phone Will the data on my old phone be lost

iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 19, 2021 10:24 AM

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Posted on Sep 19, 2021 10:27 AM

No. The data on your old phone will still be there. If you plan to sell, trade or give away your old phone however, you will want to fully wipe the phone back to new, ready for a next user condition. See the directions in this link --> What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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Sep 19, 2021 10:27 AM in response to DansCab

No. The data on your old phone will still be there. If you plan to sell, trade or give away your old phone however, you will want to fully wipe the phone back to new, ready for a next user condition. See the directions in this link --> What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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