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Backup only Messages to iTunes?

Is it possible to backup only phone Messages on iTunes or do you have to backup everything? If not, is it possible to exclude photos so the backup is not so big?


Right now, I am only interested in getting my Messages (SMS and iMessage) backed up since my photos get backed up another way.

iPhone 15, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 22, 2024 4:16 AM

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Nov 22, 2024 12:44 PM in response to PepperNY

PepperNY wrote:

Is it possible to backup only phone Messages on iTunes or do you have to backup everything? If not, is it possible to exclude photos so the backup is not so big?

Right now, I am only interested in getting my Messages (SMS and iMessage) backed up since my photos get backed up another way.

No, backup is all or nothing.

Backup only Messages to iTunes?

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