How to Backup Android Messages?
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How do I backup my text messages on Android?

Picking which messages to back up

  • Head to the “Advanced Settings”.
  • Select “Backup settings”.
  • Choose which types of messages you would like to back up to Gmail.
  • You can also tap on the SMS section to change the name of the label created in your Gmail account.
  • Tap the back button to save and head out.

How do I transfer text messages to my new Android phone?

Method 1 Using a Transfer App

  1. Download an SMS backup app on your first Android.
  2. Open the SMS backup app.
  3. Connect your Gmail account (SMS Backup+).
  4. Start the backup process.
  5. Set your backup location (SMS Backup & Restore).
  6. Wait for the backup to complete.
  7. Transfer the backup file to your new phone (SMS Backup & Restore).
Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

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Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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