Contacts
Some of my contacts are not visible or missing. When I try to re-enter it shows that the contact is already there and I cannot save it.
iPhone 12, iOS 15
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Some of my contacts are not visible or missing. When I try to re-enter it shows that the contact is already there and I cannot save it.
iPhone 12, iOS 15
I created this User Tip to serve and the basic framework for managing and recovering Contacts - Contacts
Contacts can sometimes become scattered or multiplied when syncing or when changing devices. To ensure that contacts are always correct, follow these few simple steps. These steps include a Mac but do not include the steps for a PC. These steps include the use of iCloud and do not require purchasing additional storage. Make sure you back up your devices regularly so you have a back up to restore from if needed and make sure that you are always using the latest software update available for every Apple device you are using.
If you are missing contacts because you recently deleted an email account, add it back until you perform these steps. If you are using iCloud you can also try going to iCloud.com>sign in>account settings>advanced>restore contacts>select from the list of "archive of contacts."
Step one
(Skip to step two if you do not own an iPhone/iPad)
On iPhone/iPad
Step two
(Skip to step three if you do not own a Mac)
On Mac
Step three
On iCloud.com
Step four
On iPhone
Useful Links
View contacts on iCloud.com - Apple Support
Manage and delete contacts on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Contacts User Guide for Mac - Apple Support
Set up and use iCloud Contacts - Apple Support
If your iCloud Contacts, Calendars, or Reminders won’t sync - Apple Support
Import contacts from your SIM card to your iPhone - Apple Support
If you see duplicate contacts after setting up iCloud Contacts - Apple Support
I created this User Tip to serve and the basic framework for managing and recovering Contacts - Contacts
Contacts can sometimes become scattered or multiplied when syncing or when changing devices. To ensure that contacts are always correct, follow these few simple steps. These steps include a Mac but do not include the steps for a PC. These steps include the use of iCloud and do not require purchasing additional storage. Make sure you back up your devices regularly so you have a back up to restore from if needed and make sure that you are always using the latest software update available for every Apple device you are using.
If you are missing contacts because you recently deleted an email account, add it back until you perform these steps. If you are using iCloud you can also try going to iCloud.com>sign in>account settings>advanced>restore contacts>select from the list of "archive of contacts."
Step one
(Skip to step two if you do not own an iPhone/iPad)
On iPhone/iPad
Step two
(Skip to step three if you do not own a Mac)
On Mac
Step three
On iCloud.com
Step four
On iPhone
Useful Links
View contacts on iCloud.com - Apple Support
Manage and delete contacts on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Contacts User Guide for Mac - Apple Support
Set up and use iCloud Contacts - Apple Support
If your iCloud Contacts, Calendars, or Reminders won’t sync - Apple Support
Import contacts from your SIM card to your iPhone - Apple Support
If you see duplicate contacts after setting up iCloud Contacts - Apple Support
Contacts