How to Link Mac and iPhone Messages

With the release of iOS 15, many users have noticed that their iMessage settings have changed after updating their device. If you're experiencing issues with syncing messages between your Mac and iPhone, follow these steps to troubleshoot the problem.

First, check if your ID status has changed by going to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive on your iPhone. If Method 1 doesn't work, make sure you are signed in to both devices using the same Apple ID under Settings > Messages > 'Your Apple ID'. Wait a few minutes and then enable iMessage on both devices.

Next, check if the messages sync properly by unchecking 'Enable this Account' under your Apple ID, clicking 'Preferences', and choosing Accounts. On your Mac, open the iMessage app and click on 'Messages' in the top menu. Then, toggle iMessage off on your iPhone by going to Settings > Messages.

If you're still experiencing issues, try turning off iMessage on both devices and then turning it back on. This will often resolve any syncing problems between your Mac and iPhone.

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When using iMessage, it can be confusing to know which address you're communicating with on iOS. To resolve this issue, tap 'Details', then on the '(i)' next to the name, and see which contact address or number is highlighted in blue. If all addresses are configured similarly, you can eliminate this problem.

Additionally, if a device is offline, you won't receive messages. It's also important to note that if you're sending and receiving from different email addresses or an email on one device and a phone number on another, your recipients will have multiple separate conversations with you.

To resolve these issues, go to OS X and open the Messages app. Then, click on 'Preferences' > 'Accounts' under iMessage > Settings, and check that the information coincides with those of your iOS devices. If you have more than one iOS device, make sure they are set up similarly.

Under 'Start new conversations from', check if your phone number is selected and what email address it's linked to. Under 'You can be reached by iMessage at', see how many addresses are listed and which ones are activated (with a checkmark).

Finally, on iOS, go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive and check for consistency across all devices. It's recommended to have the same settings on all your devices to ensure seamless syncing between your Mac and iPhone.

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