Transfer text messages to new iphone without icloud

There are different ways to transfer messages from one iPhone to another. You can use iCloud, iTunes, AirDrop, or third-party apps like CopyTrans.

I recently upgraded to the new iPhone SE 3 and was looking for a way to transfer all my old texts to the new phone. I backed up the texts on my old phone using iCloud and then restored the new one. All my old texts were automatically transferred to the new phone. This process was very easy and I would recommend it to anyone upgrading their phone.

In this article, I’ll discuss the different ways you can transfer texts to a new iPhone.

• How to Transfer Messages From iPhone to iPhone?
• 1. Using iCloud
• 2. Using iTunes Backup
• 3. Using AirDrop
• 4. Using Third-Party Apps
• How to Backup Text Messages on iPhone?
• 1. Using iCloud
• 2. Using iTunes
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• How Do I Transfer Text Messages To My New iPhone Without iCloud?
• Conclusion

How to Transfer Messages From iPhone to iPhone?

When setting up your new phone, you'll be asked how you want to do it. 

• Tap Restore Backup. 
• Sign in with your Apple ID and Password. 
• Select the iPhone backup of your old phone. Apps, photos, music, and other content on your old phone will be transferred to the target iPhone.

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1. Using iCloud

iCloud is a viable option for transferring messages because it's free and easy to use. You need to sign into the same iCloud account that you were using on your previous iPhone.

To transfer text messages to your new iPhone using iCloud:

• Open the Settings app on your new iPhone.
• Tap on your name at the top of the screen.
• Scroll down and tap on iCloud.
• Tap on Messages.
• Make sure that the switch next to Messages is turned on.

Your iPhone text messages will now be synced between your old and new iPhone using iCloud.

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2. Using iTunes Backup

Another way to transfer your iPhone messages from your old iPhone to your new iPhone is by using iTunes. Like iCloud, using iTunes is free, quick and simple.

To transfer messages using iTunes:

• Open iTunes and click on the "iPhone" icon in the top-left corner of the screen.
• Click on the "Summary" tab and click on the "Restore iPhone" button.
• iTunes will start restoring your iPhone and will also back up your old iPhone's contents.

After the restore process is complete, your new iPhone will have the same text messages as your old iPhone. You can also use iTunes to transfer data such as music, movies, and photos.

3. Using AirDrop

Another easy and effective solution is to use AirDrop. AirDrop was created to allow iPhone users to share files and messages with people nearby who are using an Apple device. To use AirDrop, you'll first need to turn on the Bluetooth and WiFi features. To do this:

• Scroll down from the top of the screen to open the Notifications Center.
• Tap on "Bluetooth" to turn it on.
• Tap on "WiFi" to turn it on.
• Also, enable AirDrop. Set the visibility to Everyone.

On your iPhone:

• Go to Messages.
• Select the messages you wish to transfer.
• Tap "Share" from the options provided and then choose "AirDrop".
• Your iPhone will search for other Apple devices that are nearby and have the AirDrop feature turned on.
• Select the device you wish to send the messages to and they will be transferred automatically.

AirDrop is an easy and convenient way to share messages with people nearby. Give it a try!

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4. Using Third-Party Apps

Finally, if you don't want to use iCloud to transfer your texts, you can use a third-party app. There are a few different apps that offer this service, but my personal favorite is CopyTrans. It's easy to use and can transfer your texts, as well as your contacts, call logs and photos.

To transfer messages using CopyTrans:

• Open CopyTrans and connect your old iPhone to your computer.
• Click the "Messages" tab and select all of the messages you want to transfer.
• Click the "Copy to iPhone" button and wait for the transfer to finish.
• Disconnect your old iPhone and connect your new iPhone.
• Open CopyTrans and click the "Messages" tab.
• Click the "Import from iPhone" button and select the messages you want to transfer.
• Click the "Copy to PC" button and wait for the transfer to finish.
• Disconnect your new iPhone and you're done!

Alternative third-party apps you can use to transfer texts include Phonecopy, MyPhoneExplorer, and G Backup. Whichever app you choose, make sure that it's compatible with your new iPhone.

How to Backup Text Messages on iPhone?

The first thing to do before transferring texts to your new iPhone is to back up your existing data. This way, if something goes wrong with the new iPhone, you can always restore your old messages. There are two ways you can do this: using iCloud or a computer.

1. Using iCloud

The easiest way to backup your messages is to use iCloud. iCloud automatically backs up your messages every day, so you don’t have to worry about doing it yourself. If you want to make sure your messages are backed up, do the following:

• Go to Settings.
• Tap on your Apple ID.
• Select iCloud.
• Tap Backup and turn on iCloud Backup. Your messages will be backed up automatically when your iPhone is connected to a WiFi network and plugged into power.

Once all your messages are backed up to iCloud, you can delete them from your old iPhone (not compulsory).

To delete messages on your old iPhone:

• Open the Settings app.
• Tap on General.
• Scroll down and tap on Storage & iCloud Usage.
• Tap on Manage Storage.
• Locate the Messages app and tap on it.
• Scroll down and tap on Delete All Messages.
• Confirm by tapping on Delete All Messages again.

2. Using iTunes

If you don’t want to use iCloud, or need to backup your messages before upgrading to a new iPhone, you can do so using a computer. This process will require that you have iTunes installed on your computer.

To back up your messages using iTunes:

• Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable.
• Open iTunes and select your iPhone.
• Click on the Summary tab.
• Under Backups, click on This computer.
• Check the box for Messages and select how often you want iTunes to back up your messages (every day, every week, etc.).
• Click on Backup Now.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How Do I Transfer Text Messages To My New iPhone Without iCloud?

If you don't want to use iCloud, you can use iTunes, AirDrop, or a third-party app such as CopyTrans. All these methods are easy to follow and can transfer your text messages, contacts, call logs and photos. Make sure that the app is compatible with your new iPhone.

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Conclusion

Transferring text messages to a new iPhone is a pretty straightforward process. The easiest way is by using iCloud, but you can also use iTunes, AirDrop, or a third-party app. Make sure you backup your old iPhone's data before you start the restore process. Good luck.

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