Family share plan
Is it possible for a member on a family share plan to receive text messages from another family member when they are not added to the conversation and don’t appear on the recipient list either?
iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 16
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Hello fvcbbb,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. We understand you have some concerns regarding Family Sharing, specifically when it comes to your messages. Allow us to share some information with you. We noticed that you're already coming from the correct resource here: What is Family Sharing? - Apple Support
This resource explains what exactly is shared with Family Sharing. You share subscriptions and some purchases. The resource also states the following:
Everyone's personal files and preferences stay private
When you share iCloud+, family members can't see each others’ photos, files, or documents. And when you share other subscriptions like Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, or Apple TV+, each person sees their own preferences and recommendations — not the whole family’s.
Messages are not shared via Family Sharing. Just make sure that no one is sharing the same Apple ID. If they do share the same Apple ID, this can cause iMessages to appear on linked devices using the same Apple ID.
We hope this information helps out. Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.