HT204686: How to erase your iOS device and then set it up as a new device or restore it from backups

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ValerieAnn0214

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Q: Backing up my iPhone

I need to backup my iPhone to do a restore, but I'm not sure if doing so will result in me losing all of my messages. Does anyone know if I will lose them in the backup/restore process? Thanks!

iPhone 5

Posted on Apr 25, 2013 11:30 AM

I have this question too

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by jesterwylde,

jesterwylde Apr 25, 2013 11:58 AM in response to ValerieAnn0214
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Apr 25, 2013 11:58 AM in response to ValerieAnn0214

in this article, you will find a complete overview of everything that's in a backup made in iTunes:

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4946

If you backup the phone, it will include the messages
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