Missing "Enable messages in iCloud" + Sync of deleting conversations does not work on Mac

Hey everyone,


I know that the problem with syncing iMessage across all devices is already discussed all over the internet and in this forum. Unfortunately, I have not found a case, blog or anything else that accurately describes my two problems. Hence another thread.


My two problems:

  1. I have not yet found any information or complaints that on macOS Monterey, iCloud settings are simply missing from iMessage settings altogether.
  2. On all my devices except the AppleWatch and MacBook Pro, deleted conversations are also deleted. New messages are synced cleanly. But not the deletion.
    • If I delete a conversation on the iPhone, it automatically deletes live on the iPad. And vice versa.
    • But not on the MacBook Pro and AppleWatch
    • That means the sync works in general, but not when deleting.


What can I do? So happy if anyone has another solution.


Best greetings!


Posted on Aug 15, 2022 8:36 AM

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Aug 16, 2022 11:49 AM in response to dennisfrommüllheim

Hi dennisfrommüllheim,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you don't see the option to use Messages in iCloud on your Mac.


In order to use Messages in iCloud, so they sync across devices, you would also need to enable iCloud Keychain and two-factor authentication for your Apple ID. You can learn more here: Use Messages in iCloud - Apple Support


We hope this helps.


Cheers!

Aug 21, 2022 3:22 PM in response to dennisfrommüllheim

Just to say I have a similar issue, so you aren't alone in this being buggy at the moment for some reason.


I have iCloud keychain and 2FA enabled, and still the option is gone from my M1 Mac Mini - all macs and iPhones involved are running the latest OS, and I've signed out and back in to iCloud and Messages.


The option is there on my Intel MacBook but not on my Mini for some reason. Messages appear on all devices it seems, but the checkbox is missing.

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