After getting a new iPhone like the newest iPhone 12, most users would like
to move some old iPhone
data to the new one. The messages carry various communications with family, loved ones,
friends, and colleagues. I know those conversions mean a lot to you, so here in this guide, I’ll
tell you four methods to transfer messages to new iPhone.
- If you just want to transfer iMessages, turn on the Messages sync in iCloud to make it.
- If you want to transfer all or select text messages & iMessages, AOMEI MBackupper is the best choice.
- If you'd like to transfer messages as well as other data, you can choose to restore from iTunes/iCloud backup.
Keep reading to learn more.
Method 1. Transfer iMessages to New iPhone with iCloud Syncing
Since iOS 11.4, Apple has introduced iCloud syncing for Messages. Once you have turned on the
feature, all your messages will be stored in the cloud and synced between all your devices
that using the same Apple account, but it will only sync iMessages not all text
messages.
If you want to sync iMessages to new iPhone, then you can try this method. Before getting
started, please make sure your iPhone has connected with a stable Wi-Fi network.
1. Go to Settings > Tap [your name] > iCloud.
2. Scroll down to find Messages > Toggle it on.

3. Do the same as above on the new iPhone and wait for the syncing.
Method 2. Transfer Messages to New iPhone via AOMEI MBackupper (Quick & Simple Way)
The iCloud syncing can only help you sync iMessages to iPhone. So here comes another way to
help you transfer both iMessages and Text Messages to new iPhone. AOMEI MBackupper, one professional iPhone backup and restore tool for
Windows PCs, can help you transfer text messages to new iPhone with ease.
Two steps to complete the transfer:
① Backup messages on old iPhone
② Restore the backup files to new iPhone
You can select the messages you want to backup and restore. Most of all, there is no need to reset your new iPhone and it will not erase any existing data on device.
AOMEI MBackupper supports most iPhone models from iPhone 4 to the latest iPhone 12/SE 2020 and would be
perfectly compatible with the latest iOS 14. Download, install and launch the tool on your
computer and follow the steps below to transfer messages to new iPhone.
1. Launch AOMEI MBackupper > Connect your old iPhone to computer via USB cable > Enter the passcode on iPhone give your computer
access to your device.
2. Click Custom Backup option > Choose Messages icon to
select the iMessages or text messages you want to transfer > Click OK to confirm.

3. Choose the backup path > Click Start Backup button to start backing up
your messages.

4. Then connect your new iPhone to computer > Go to the Backup Management screen > Click the Restore option, and then your messages would be transferred to
the target phone.

Method 3. Transfer Messages to New iPhone with iCloud Backup
Taking the assistance of iCloud is a common way to transfer data to a new iPhone. You can
first make a backup for your iPhone and then restore it on your new iPhone. All messages as
well as other data like contacts, settings will also be transferred to your new iPhone.
Besides, the restoring will erase all existing contents on your new iPhone.
Also, you should know that it may take a long time to complete the whole process, depending
on the quality of your network connection and the size of your files. And the backup may
fail if you do not have enough iCloud storage space (5 GB for free).
1. Connect your old iPhone and new iPhone to the power source and Wi-Fi network.
2. On your old iPhone, go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Turn on iCloud Backup > Tap Back Up
Now and wait for the backup to be finished.

3. On your new iPhone: If you have not set it up, you should choose Restore from
iCloud Backup to make it. If you have set up your new iPhone, you should go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and
Settings to reset your iPhone > Set up your iPhone again until you see the
Apps & Data screen and then choose Restore from iCloud Backup > Select the right backup to restore from.
► Some users reported that the SMS was not transmitted successfully via this method. If you also encounter this problem, this Fix Messages Didn’t Transfer to New iPhone guide can help you get out of the trouble.
Method 4. Transfer Text Messages to New iPhone Using iTunes
iTunes is the default tool for iPhone backup and restore. Although it indeed can help you
transfer messages to new iPhone, it’s not a recommended way. Your new iPhone content will be
erased firstly and then replaced with all the data as well as settings from your old iPhone.
It’s a time-consuming method.
1. Download and install the latest version of iTunes on your computer.
2. Connect your old iPhone to computer and run iTunes.
3. Click the Device tab > Select backup to This Computer > Click Back Up Now. Wait for the backup to be finished.

4. Disconnect the old iPhone and plug in your new iPhone.
5. If you have not set up your new iPhone, select Restore from
iTunes Backup at the App & Data screen. If you have set up your iPhone, you can
click Restore Backup… at the Summary page on iTunes. Then choose the backup
contains the messages you want to transfer.
Conclusion
That’s all for how to transfer messages to new iPhone. iCloud and iTunes are the traditional
ways to sync data to new iPhone, however, there are many annoying limitations. If you prefer
the easiest way to make it, then AOMEI MBackupper is your best choice. It can help you only
transfer needed iMessages/SMS to new iPhone without any data loss.
Besides messages, it also supports transferring contacts, music, photos, videos, etc. to new
iPhone. It can also help you backup important data for your new iPhone. Go for it now and
discover more!