How to Forward SMS to Another Phone
Relay text messages to another phone number automatically.
Introduction
Need your text messages on another phone? SMS Forwarder can automatically relay incoming SMS to any other phone number via text message.
Step 1: Open SMS Forwarder
Launch the SMS Forwarder app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Add Phone Destination
- Tap Add Destination
- Select Another Phone
- Enter the destination phone number with country code
- Tap Save
Step 3: Enable Automation
Set up the iOS Shortcuts automation as guided in the app to enable automatic forwarding.
Advanced Tips
- International forwarding: Works with any international phone number. Standard messaging rates may apply.
- Multiple phones: Add several phone destinations to forward to multiple numbers.
- Filtered forwarding: Use keyword or sender filters to only forward specific messages.
- Travel use: Keep receiving important texts when using a different SIM card abroad.
Troubleshooting
- Messages not received? Verify the phone number is correct and can receive SMS messages.
- Duplicate messages? Check that you haven’t set up multiple forwarding rules for the same destination.
- International issues? Ensure the country code is included and the destination supports SMS.
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