Backup iPhone SMS and iMessage
is there a way to backup/export all of my iPhone text messages and iMessages without using a compute?
iPhone 6 Plus
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judysings
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Hi lcw1,
You can back up your iPhone to iCloud if you don't want to use iTunes on your computer to do it.
How to back up your devices using iCloud or iTunes
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203977
Make a backup using iCloud
- Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
- In iOS 8 or later, tap Settings > iCloud > Backup.
In iOS 7 or earlier, tap Settings > iCloud > Storage & Backup.- Make sure that iCloud Backup is turned on.
- Tap Back Up Now. Stay connected to your Wi-Fi network until the process completes.
- Make sure the backup finished by tapping Settings > iCloud > Storage > Manage Storage, and then select your device. The backup you just made should appear in the details with the time and backup size.
Follow more steps if you need help making a backup in iCloud.
Back up automatically in iCloud
After you've turned on iCloud Backup, iCloud can automatically back up your device each day. iCloud makes these daily automatic backups only if:
- Your device is connected to a power source.
- Your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
- Your device's screen is locked.
- You have enough available space in iCloud for the backup.
Happy Holidays to you and yours!