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Contacts suddenly missing

I changed my password in Google. My iOS 14.8 prompted me to change my password in settings. Upon trying to do so, my only option was to sign in through Google, which took me straight to the Google mail site and would not allow me to update the password on my iPhone. I deleted my Gmail account and went to reinstall it. Now I cannot reinstall it and all of my contacts are gone. Help?

iPhone 12 Pro

Posted on Oct 5, 2021 4:36 PM

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Oct 6, 2021 12:36 PM in response to YogaFit50

Hey there YogaFit50,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're having some issues re-adding your Gmail account and your contacts are missing. We're happy to provide some assistance.


Since the contacts went missing after removing the Gmail account, it sounds like your contacts are associated to your Gmail account. Look here:


If your iCloud Contacts, Calendars, or Reminders won’t sync


What happens when you tap Continue? Have you tried entering the account manually? Look here under the "How to set up your email account manually" section:


Add an email account to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch


We hope this helps.


Have a great day!

Contacts suddenly missing

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