On my iPhone (11.2.5), when I tap Settings > Contacts I do not see 'default account'. Why is this?

iPhone default account for Contacts

iPhone 6s, iOS 11.2.5

Posted on Feb 1, 2018 6:38 AM

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Feb 1, 2018 9:21 AM in response to rhc812606appsup

You won't have this option if you only have one account for contacts. Go to Settings > Accounts & Passwords and review which ones have Contacts enabled. Once you have enabled Contacts for two or more accounts, the setting for a default account will show up in Contacts.

Feb 1, 2018 11:28 AM in response to OriginalName022

Very helpful, thank you vey much.

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