Jay Walsh

Jay oversees the Decipher Tools UI / UX design team. He has over twenty years design experience and designed some of the first apps commercially available in the Apple App Store. As an expert in iOS data retention and management, Jay’s knowledge and insights help ensure our software programs are both user-friendly and current with the latest Apple updates for both mobile and desktop.

His expertise in managing iOS text message data for personal, business, and legal reasons, is an asset to our customers and clients who regularly use our Decipher Tools software to save and archive text messages and iMessages. Jay is also the liaison with our legal and governmental agency clientele who incorporate our software into their daily workflows to ensure integrity and privacy for all their iOS data retention needs. Furthermore, Jay collaborates with lead developer Kelly to diagnose and troubleshoot corrupt iTunes backups.

When he’s not at the Decipher Tools office, he might be the really tall guy standing in front of you at a rock concert.

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How to Print Text Messages for Court - Android and iPhone

in iPhone

Every year there are millions of mobile phone users around the world that have a need to save and print text messages for court, trial, or their lawyer. Whatever kind [... Read more about How to Print Text Messages for Court - Android and iPhone]


Print WhatsApp Chats to PDF

in iTunes, iPhone

If you have WhatsApp chats on your iPhone or iPad that you need to print out as a PDF, today’s Decipher Tools instructions will help you accomplish that task in [... Read more about Print WhatsApp Chats to PDF]


This iPhone is Open in Another Window - Error

in iTunes, iPhone

Problem: Help! When trying to sync my iPhone with the macOS Music app and copy music to my device, I'm getting an error that says "This iPhone is Open in [... Read more about This iPhone is Open in Another Window - Error]


How to Save iPhone Text Messages to Google Drive

in iPhone

Today’s Decipher Tools tutorial will show you how to save text messages from your iPhone to Google Drive. Why would I want to export iPhone text messages to my Google [... Read more about How to Save iPhone Text Messages to Google Drive]


Solution - My iPhone is Deleting Text Messages

in iTunes, iPhone

Did your iPhone delete your text messages? Have you recently noticed text messages are missing or have been erased on your iPhone? Here are some quick tips to help solve [... Read more about Solution - My iPhone is Deleting Text Messages]


How to Print Text Messages from iPad

in iTunes, iPhone

If you have text messages on your iPad that you want to save and print out, today’s Decipher Tools tutorial and instructions will help you accomplish that task in a [... Read more about How to Print Text Messages from iPad]


Family Law - How to Print and Save Text Messages for Custody Hearings

in iPhone

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iPhone Text Messages Blue Versus Green Color

in iTunes, iPhone

Why do my iPhone text messages appear in both blue and green colors? Quick Answer Messages in blue are iMessages that are sent or received by iOS users either on [... Read more about iPhone Text Messages Blue Versus Green Color]


My iPhone Text Messages Disappeared

in iTunes, iPhone

If you are an iPhone user and you suddenly realize that some of your text messages have disappeared and are no longer on your device, here are a few tips [... Read more about My iPhone Text Messages Disappeared]


Documenting Text Messages for Trial or Legal Matters

in iPhone

Attorneys and clients often find themselves needing to accurately document and print text messages for court, mediation, or legal proceedings. Each year there are millions more legal cases where text [... Read more about Documenting Text Messages for Trial or Legal Matters]


How to Export iPhone Text Messages as a PDF Document

in iPhone

Do you need to save your iPhone text messages as a PDF document and print out the messages on your PC or Mac? Today we're going to show you the [... Read more about How to Export iPhone Text Messages as a PDF Document]


How To Email Text Messages from iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

Overview on Emailing iPhone Text Messages Today's instructions will show you how to save iPhone text messages to your computer so that you then can forward or email a PDF [... Read more about How To Email Text Messages from iPhone]


Convert Text Messages to PDF - iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

Today’s tutorial instructions will show you how to convert iPhone text messages to PDF on a Windows or Mac computer. After converting and saving the text messages you can print [... Read more about Convert Text Messages to PDF - iPhone]


How to Archive and Save Many Years of iPhone Text Messages to your Computer

in iPhone

If you have thousands of text messages or iMessages on your iPhone spanning back many years, today’s tips and tutorial will help you copy and save the text messages to [... Read more about How to Archive and Save Many Years of iPhone Text Messages to your Computer]


The Best Way to Print Text Messages from iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

If you have text messages on your iPhone or iPad that you need to print out, our Decipher Tools tutorial will walk you through the simple steps on how to [... Read more about The Best Way to Print Text Messages from iPhone]


Preserving Text Messages of a Loved One Who Has Passed Away

in iTunes, iPhone

One of the most difficult and profound things to experience in life is the death or passing of a loved one. Whether that person happens to be your mother, father, [... Read more about Preserving Text Messages of a Loved One Who Has Passed Away]


How to Download and Save Facebook Messenger Conversations as a PDF

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If you use Facebook Messenger and need to download, save, or print your Facebook conversations and chats to your computer, today’s Decipher Tools tutorial will help you accomplish that task. [... Read more about How to Download and Save Facebook Messenger Conversations as a PDF]


How Doctors Save and Print Text Messages - Smartphones, Physicians, and HIPAA

in iTunes, iPhone

In today's medical world where smartphones and technology interact daily with health care and private patient records, doctors today regularly find themselves communicating via text message with fellow staff and [... Read more about How Doctors Save and Print Text Messages - Smartphones, Physicians, and HIPAA]


The Best Ways to Save Text Messages Forever - Android and iPhone

in iPhone

Summary For most mobile phone users, there will come a time where you suddenly need to retain and save copies of your text messages. When this happens, many individuals need [... Read more about The Best Ways to Save Text Messages Forever - Android and iPhone]


How-to Guide and Steps to Print iPhone Text Messages - Windows and Mac

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If you are reading this Decipher Tools blog post, there is a good chance that you have a sudden need to print out iPhone text messages. If that’s the case, [... Read more about How-to Guide and Steps to Print iPhone Text Messages - Windows and Mac]


How to Save and Print iPhone Text Messages with the Contact and Time Stamp on Every Message

in iPhone

Today's tutorial is a how-to-guide that will help you save iPhone text messages to your computer with the contact and time stamp information listed on each individual text message. This [... Read more about How to Save and Print iPhone Text Messages with the Contact and Time Stamp on Every Message]


How to Print WhatsApp Messages - iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

If you are looking for instructions about how to print out WhatsApp messages, today's Decipher Tools tutorial should help! Why would I want to print WhatsApp chat messages, you ask? [... Read more about How to Print WhatsApp Messages - iPhone]


Learn How to Save and Extract Photos from an iPhone backup

in iTunes, iPhone

Today's tutorial and instructions will show any iPhone or iPad user how to save and extract photos from an iPhone backup to their computer. Users can also browse and search [... Read more about Learn How to Save and Extract Photos from an iPhone backup]


A Guide for Real Estate Agents and Brokers to Print Text Messages

in iTunes, iPhone

If you are a realtor or if you work in the real estate industry then you probably use text messages to regularly communicate with clients as well as colleagues in [... Read more about A Guide for Real Estate Agents and Brokers to Print Text Messages]


Instructions for Tenants to Save and Print Text Messages with a Landlord

in iTunes, iPhone

In the United States approximately 35% of households live in rental properties. Most tenants and renters have a need at some point during their lease to contact their landlord regarding [... Read more about Instructions for Tenants to Save and Print Text Messages with a Landlord]


Solutions for Government Agencies to Capture, Save, and Print Text Messages

in iPhone

In recent years, Government agencies on federal, state, and local / city levels have seen a noticeable increase in the amount text messages exchanged in the workplace. Whether a government [... Read more about Solutions for Government Agencies to Capture, Save, and Print Text Messages]


Divorce or Separation - How to Save and Print Text Messages

in iPhone

Anyone who has been through a divorce or separation knows that it’s one of the most stressful circumstances that any individual can experience during the course of their lifetime. Even [... Read more about Divorce or Separation - How to Save and Print Text Messages]


How Much Space do Text Messages Take Up on my iPhone?

in iTunes, iPhone

Today’s Decipher Tools blog will show you how to check the amount of space taken up by text messages on your iPhone. This includes any iMessages and photo/video attachments. There [... Read more about How Much Space do Text Messages Take Up on my iPhone?]


How to Print iPhone Text Messages for Small Claims Court Evidence

in iTunes, iPhone

Each year worldwide there are millions of people that need to settle a dispute by going to small claims court. The goal of small claims court is to enable two [... Read more about How to Print iPhone Text Messages for Small Claims Court Evidence]


A Complete Guide to Save and Print iPhone Text Messages as a PDF

in iTunes, iPhone

Most iPhone users at some point in their lives will have a need to capture, export, and print text messages. With over 1.8 billion active iPhones in the world today, [... Read more about A Complete Guide to Save and Print iPhone Text Messages as a PDF]


5 Tips to Save iPhone Text Messages to Computer

in iPhone

Figuring out how to save text messages from an iPhone to one's computer can be a confusing task. Usually a situation suddenly arises in your life where you have an [... Read more about 5 Tips to Save iPhone Text Messages to Computer]


How to Save and Print Twitter Direct Messages as a PDF

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If you have a Twitter account then chances are that you are one of the over 229 million daily active users on the platform. Many Twitter users also regularly send [... Read more about How to Save and Print Twitter Direct Messages as a PDF]


Two Ways to Print WhatsApp Chat Messages

in iTunes, iPhone

Today's tutorial is for iPhone users who need to print out WhatsApp chats and messages! There are two different ways to print WhatsApp messages. You can either take screenshots or [... Read more about Two Ways to Print WhatsApp Chat Messages]


How to Print Facebook Messenger Chats as a PDF

in Facebook

Today's Decipher Tools tutorial will show you how to save and print Facebook Messenger chats and messages as a PDF on your computer. This is a great way to export, [... Read more about How to Print Facebook Messenger Chats as a PDF]


How to Unsend and Edit iPhone Messages in iOS16

in iPhone

Apple’s iOS16 release includes some useful new features and updates to the Messages app that most iPhone and iPad users will appreciate. Two of these features are the ability to [... Read more about How to Unsend and Edit iPhone Messages in iOS16]


How to Time Track Daily and Monthly Text Message Usage for Law Firm Billing

in iPhone

As all law firms and lawyers know, tracking time of billable hours is a necessity for both generating revenue and also justifying client billing. Whether it’s a large firm with [... Read more about How to Time Track Daily and Monthly Text Message Usage for Law Firm Billing]


There's not enough hard drive space on my computer to back up my iPhone and save my text messages

in iPhone

If you are trying to save and print iPhone text messages only to find that you don’t enough space on your computer to back up your iPhone or iPad, today’s [... Read more about There's not enough hard drive space on my computer to back up my iPhone and save my text messages]


How to Print Group Text Messages from an iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

Most iPhone users frequently send and receive group text messages with friends, loved ones, or work and business colleagues. If you have group text messages on your iPhone that you [... Read more about How to Print Group Text Messages from an iPhone]


How to Save and Print Instagram Messages on your Computer

in Instagram

In 2022, there are over 1 billion monthly Instagram users worldwide and over 500 million daily active Instagram users! Most people who use Instagram enjoy taking advantage of sending messages [... Read more about How to Save and Print Instagram Messages on your Computer]


How to Save and Print Facebook Messages as a PDF

in Facebook

Many of us use Facebook Messenger on a regular basis to send and receive messages, conversations, and photo or video attachments. If you suddenly have a need to save and [... Read more about How to Save and Print Facebook Messages as a PDF]


How to Save Text Messages and iMessages to Dropbox - iPhone or iPad

in iTunes, iPhone

Copy iPhone Text Messages to Dropbox - Quick Tutorial Today's tutorial will help you transfer and copy your iPhone text messages to Dropbox so that you have all your iMessages [... Read more about How to Save Text Messages and iMessages to Dropbox - iPhone or iPad]


Saving Text Messages to Computer - Tutorial for Mac and Windows

in iPhone

Tutorial Goal Today's instructions will give you the best step-by-step guide on how to save and export your text messages and attachments (photos/videos) from your iPhone to your computer. This [... Read more about Saving Text Messages to Computer - Tutorial for Mac and Windows]


How to Print Text Messages from an iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

In 2021 there are currently over 1 billion active iPhone users worldwide. Like yourself, many iPhone users in different countries around the globe often have a need to print out [... Read more about How to Print Text Messages from an iPhone]


Do you need to save and print Apple Health data as a PDF or CSV for your Doctor?

in iPhone

Do you need to save or print Apple Health data as a PDF or CSV? Here at Decipher Tools we are curious to know if you have a need to [... Read more about Do you need to save and print Apple Health data as a PDF or CSV for your Doctor?]


Police and Law Enforcement - How to save text messages and recover deleted SMS data

in Data Recovery, iPhone

Law enforcement agencies of all types (Local and State Police, FBI, CIA, Homeland Security etc...) often need to capture and save text messages for the purpose of evidence, investigations, and [... Read more about Police and Law Enforcement - How to save text messages and recover deleted SMS data]


How to Recover Deleted Photos on iPhone - Mac or Windows

in iTunes, iPhone

Today's instructions are designed to help any iPhone user quickly search both their iPhone and iTunes backup to see if lost or deleted photos can be recovered. Every year, our [... Read more about How to Recover Deleted Photos on iPhone - Mac or Windows]


Instruction for Teachers, Professors, and Educators to Save and Print Text Messages

in iTunes, iPhone

If you are a teacher, educator, or professor, then chances are that you regularly exchange text messages with students, faculty, or staff at your school. For most educational instituions worldwide, [... Read more about Instruction for Teachers, Professors, and Educators to Save and Print Text Messages]


How to Save and Print iPhone Notes on Your Computer

in iPhone

Most iPhone users today enjoy the convenience of Apple's Notes app for jotting down information, ideas, or other important data. Whether you keep your supermarket shopping list in the Notes [... Read more about How to Save and Print iPhone Notes on Your Computer]


How Senators, Congressmen, and Politicians Save and Print iPhone Text Messages

in iPhone

In 2021 many politicians, White House employees, government officials, and lobbyists all find themselves being required to accurately document and save both their work and personal text messages. Whenever there [... Read more about How Senators, Congressmen, and Politicians Save and Print iPhone Text Messages]


iOS 15 - Back Up and Save Text Messages to Computer Before Updating your iPhone

in iPhone

Earlier this month Apple unveiled a preview of their new iOS 15 update at the annual WWDC conference. iOS 15 will most likely be officially released in September, however the [... Read more about iOS 15 - Back Up and Save Text Messages to Computer Before Updating your iPhone]


How to Save iPhone Photos on a Mac without Image Capture

in iPhone

If you are an iPhone user with a Mac computer and need to save photos and videos from your iPhone's camera roll to your computer, many people often default to [... Read more about How to Save iPhone Photos on a Mac without Image Capture]


How to Retain and Save iPhone Text Messages for SEC Compliance

in iTunes, iPhone

In today’s business world, most financial advisors find themselves regularly texting with clients. These text message exchanges happen on both firm-issued devices as well as on an employee’s own personal [... Read more about How to Retain and Save iPhone Text Messages for SEC Compliance]


Five circumstances where you need to print and save text messages

in iTunes, iPhone

In today’s digital age, almost everyone sends and receives text messages on a daily basis. Whether messages are being sent between family and friends or business partners and work colleagues, [... Read more about Five circumstances where you need to print and save text messages]


How to Move iPhone Text Cursor to an Exact Location

in iPhone

Today's Decipher Tools tip is a fun little feature on any iPhone or iPad that enables you to place the text cursor in the exact spot you want want while [... Read more about How to Move iPhone Text Cursor to an Exact Location]


How to Capture, Print, and Save Text Messages for Insurance Claims

in iTunes, iPhone

Every year there is an increasing need to retain and save text messages for insurance claims. Regardless of whether the insurance claim is homeowners, auto, life, business, or any other [... Read more about How to Capture, Print, and Save Text Messages for Insurance Claims]


Do you need to save or print out your Facebook Timeline as a PDF?

in Facebook

I really want to save and print out my Facebook time line posts! The Decipher Tools team is curious to know if you have a need to save and print [... Read more about Do you need to save or print out your Facebook Timeline as a PDF?]


The Best Way to Print iPhone Text Messages

in iPhone

iPhone users who send and receive text messages often have a sudden need to print out their text messages. Whether the text messages need to be printed for personal reasons [... Read more about The Best Way to Print iPhone Text Messages]


How to Recover Text Messages from a Lost or Stolen iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

Access text messages from a missing iPhone or iPad Help! I lost my iPhone while traveling this week (I think it was stolen) and I want to know if there [... Read more about How to Recover Text Messages from a Lost or Stolen iPhone]


A Guide for Lawyers to Manage and Save Text Messages with Clients

in iTunes, iPhone

Attorneys and lawyers are often faced with the challenging task of whether to engage with clients via text message. Texting is now one of the most widely used forms of [... Read more about A Guide for Lawyers to Manage and Save Text Messages with Clients]


What files are taking up the most hard drive space on my Mac computer?

in macOS

If you use a Mac and are curious what specific files or applications are taking up the most space on your hard drive, today’s Decipher Tools tips will help! Also, [... Read more about What files are taking up the most hard drive space on my Mac computer?]


Three Tips if iTunes Won't Recognize Your iPhone

in iPhone

Backing up one's iPhone via iTunes or the Finder on your Mac or Windows computer is usually a fairly straightforward process. You plug your iPhone into your computer, open iTunes [... Read more about Three Tips if iTunes Won't Recognize Your iPhone]


How Do I Copy Text Message Conversations from iPhone to Computer?

in iPhone

Summary Today's instructions will explain how to download and copy iPhone text messages to any Windows or Mac computer. Once you have saved the iPhone text messages as a PDF [... Read more about How Do I Copy Text Message Conversations from iPhone to Computer?]


How to Save Voicemails From a Loved One Who Has Died - Mac or Windows

in iPhone

Can I save voicemails forever a family member that has passed away? The death of a loved one always brings with it an overwhelming amount of emotions and sadness. There [... Read more about How to Save Voicemails From a Loved One Who Has Died - Mac or Windows]


How to Save and Print iMessages and Messages Conversations on a Mac

in macOS, iTunes, iPhone

"Is there a way to export conversations in the Messages app on my Mac so that I can save and print messages and iMessages as a PDF?" -Monique Stanley, Columbus, [... Read more about How to Save and Print iMessages and Messages Conversations on a Mac]


How to Export and Save iPhone Text Messages and iMessages

in iTunes, iPhone

With millions of text messages sent and received daily around the world, many iPhone users often need to export text messages from their iPhone to computer. Today’s Decipher Tools tutorial [... Read more about How to Export and Save iPhone Text Messages and iMessages]


How to Backup iPhone Text Messages Before Upgrading to iOS 14 or iPhone 12

in iPhone

Before you decide to upgrade your current iPhone or iPad to iOS 14 or prior to purchasing a new iPhone 12, one of the most important steps you can take [... Read more about How to Backup iPhone Text Messages Before Upgrading to iOS 14 or iPhone 12]


Save and Recover Deleted or Lost iPhone Call Logs

in Data Recovery, iPhone

Each time you make a call on your iPhone, a record of that call history is stored on your iPhone in the "Recents" section of the phone app. Here you [... Read more about Save and Recover Deleted or Lost iPhone Call Logs]


Tips for Parents To Monitor and Save Teen's Facebook Messages

in Facebook

As a parent, we all have different rules for how our kids interact with social media. Navigating the various platforms and keeping track of all the apps on our child's [... Read more about Tips for Parents To Monitor and Save Teen's Facebook Messages]


iPhone Tips When Working Remotely from Home

in iPhone

If you are one of the many millions of iPhone or iPad users who are working remotely, from home or off-site, here are some helpful tips to make sure both [... Read more about iPhone Tips When Working Remotely from Home]


Parents Guide on How to Monitor Your Child's Text Messages - iPhone

in iPhone

In the ever-changing world of social media and mobile phones, parenting today is a tough task! It's estimated that 91% of teens worldwide are actively texting everyday. The approach and [... Read more about Parents Guide on How to Monitor Your Child's Text Messages - iPhone]


How to Save WhatsApp Messages for Court

in iPhone

WhatsApp users often need to save and print their WhatsApp messages for court, trial, or some form of legal documentation. Likewise, lawyers and attorneys regularly request that their clients print [... Read more about How to Save WhatsApp Messages for Court]


How to Print and Save Facebook Messenger Messages

in Facebook

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How to Save Facebook Messages to Computer

in iPhone

If you use Facebook Messenger and have a need to save or print Facebook messages and conversations on your computer, today's quick tutorial will help! Whether you want to save [... Read more about How to Save Facebook Messages to Computer]


How to save iPhone text messages to Mac - Quick guide

in Data Recovery, iTunes, iPhone

Here is a quick step-by-step guide on how to save iPhone text messages to your Mac desktop or laptop computer. These steps will work with iOS 13, iOS 12, iOS [... Read more about How to save iPhone text messages to Mac - Quick guide]


Do you need to PDF or Print Facebook Messenger Messages?

in Facebook

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How to Transfer and Save iPhone Text Messages - Windows or Mac

in iTunes, iPhone

Today's short tutorial will help you immediately save your text messages and iMessages so you can print them out on your computer. Text messages are stored in either the local [... Read more about How to Transfer and Save iPhone Text Messages - Windows or Mac]


How to Back Up and Save iPhone Text Messages to Computer • Mac or Windows

in iTunes, iPhone

There often comes a time in most iPhone users lives when they suddenly have a need to save important text messages with family, friends, or a business partner. The question [... Read more about How to Back Up and Save iPhone Text Messages to Computer • Mac or Windows]


How to search and recover photos from an iTunes backup - iPhone

in Data Recovery, iPhone

Checking to see if you can recover photos from an iTunes backup might seem like an impossible task, however it is a lot easier than one might think! Today we'll [... Read more about How to search and recover photos from an iTunes backup - iPhone]


How to Transfer Text Messages from iPhone to Computer

in iPhone

Summary If you have a Windows or Mac computer and you need to transfer text messages to your PC from any iPhone or iPad, today's instructions will help you accomplish [... Read more about How to Transfer Text Messages from iPhone to Computer]


Steps to Recover Deleted iPhone Text Messages from the macOS Messages App

in iPhone

Accidentally deleting important iPhone text messages can be very frustrating and also cause any iPhone user to panic. Sometimes we accidentally delete text messages from our iPhone or iPad and, [... Read more about Steps to Recover Deleted iPhone Text Messages from the macOS Messages App]


How to backup and save iPhone text messages before updating to iOS 12

in iPhone

It's 2019 and there are a lot of iPhone users that still have yet to update their devices to iOS 12. Many people prefer to wait a considerable amount of [... Read more about How to backup and save iPhone text messages before updating to iOS 12]


Do UK Mobile Networks Let Me Export or Save Text Messages on iPhone?

in iPhone

As of March 2018, Apple had 52% of the mobile phone market share in the UK. That's a lot of iPhone users! Every year here at Decipher Tools headquarters, iPhone [... Read more about Do UK Mobile Networks Let Me Export or Save Text Messages on iPhone?]


Six things you might not know about iTunes backups!

in iTunes, iPhone

For the average iPhone user, backing up one’s iPhone or iPad is something that most of us don’t do nearly as often as we should! Furthermore, when we do back [... Read more about Six things you might not know about iTunes backups!]


How to Prepare your iPhone or iPad for the iOS 12 update

in iTunes, iPhone

Now that iOS 12 has been officially released to the public by Apple, there are a few quick tips you can follow to make sure that your iPhone or iPad [... Read more about How to Prepare your iPhone or iPad for the iOS 12 update]


Five iPhone Tips Before You Leave For Vacation

in iPhone

When you go on vacation or are traveling, your mobile phone is your lifeline. Today in 2018, our phones contain copious amounts of important personal data regarding all aspects of [... Read more about Five iPhone Tips Before You Leave For Vacation]


How to Export and Backup Text Messages / SMS on your Computer - PC or Mac

in iTunes, iPhone

Save iPhone Text Messages for Mac or Windows Background Have you ever gone a day without sending a text message? For most mobile phone users the answer is a resounding [... Read more about How to Export and Backup Text Messages / SMS on your Computer - PC or Mac]


How To Back Up iPhone Text Messages Before Updating to iOS 12

in iTunes, iPhone

Introduction At the recent WWDC conference, Apple announced that iOS 12 will be released sometime in the Fall of 2018. Whether you are planning to install iOS 12 on your [... Read more about How To Back Up iPhone Text Messages Before Updating to iOS 12]


A Parents Guide to Monitor and Track the iPhone Apps Used by your Child or Teen

in iTunes, iPhone

Overview Decipher Screen Time is a new desktop program that helps parents monitor what specific iPhone apps their children use most often and also the amount of time their child [... Read more about A Parents Guide to Monitor and Track the iPhone Apps Used by your Child or Teen]


How to Make Text Messages Private on iPhone

in iTunes, iPhone

In 2018 the privacy of our data is one of the most challenging tasks to maintain and wrap one's brain around. The recent news and thorough New York Times article [... Read more about How to Make Text Messages Private on iPhone]


iPhone Backup Corrupt or Not Compatible Error

in Corrupt iPhone Backup, iTunes, iPhone

iPhone backup corrupt error and the answer to solve the issue Problem: "I'm trying to restore my iPhone backup and I'm getting an error message that says "iTunes could not [... Read more about iPhone Backup Corrupt or Not Compatible Error]


Guide to Printing iPhone Text Messages

in iTunes, iPhone

How do I print text messages from my iPhone? "I have lots of text messages from business colleagues that I need printed out for both personal and legal purposes. How [... Read more about Guide to Printing iPhone Text Messages]


Steps to make an SMS Backup

in iTunes, iPhone

How do I make an SMS backup on my Windows or Mac Computer? "I have over a thousand text messages on my iPhone from friends, family, and business colleagues. Is [... Read more about Steps to make an SMS Backup]


Steps on How to Fix a Corrupt iPhone Backup that is not Compatible

in Corrupt iPhone Backup, iTunes, iPhone

Goal: To fix and repair the iTunes error message "iTunes could not restore the iPhone because the backup was corrupt or not compatible with the iPhone that is being restored. [... Read more about Steps on How to Fix a Corrupt iPhone Backup that is not Compatible]


Quick Tip - Steps to fix iTunes could not restore iPhone because backup was corrupt or not compatible error

in Data Recovery, iTunes, iPhone, Corrupt iPhone Backup

If you are getting an error message while trying to restore your iPhone backup then our Decipher Tools quick tip should be helpful. Note: This tip is NOT if you [... Read more about Quick Tip - Steps to fix iTunes could not restore iPhone because backup was corrupt or not compatible error]


iOS 11 Update - Recover lost or deleted photos that were erased after upgrading to iOS 11

in iOS 11, iTunes, iPhone

Upgrading your iPhone or iPad to the newly released iOS 11 can be both exciting and a bit terrifying at the same time. It's a thrill to download Apple's newest [... Read more about iOS 11 Update - Recover lost or deleted photos that were erased after upgrading to iOS 11]


Upgrading to iOS 11 - Tips to Make Sure Your Text Messages and iMessages are Backed Up

in iOS 11, iTunes, iPhone

Apple's iOS 11 is due out on September 19 and it's a free upgrade for all iOS users. A few of the new features in iOS 11 include: Siri Improvements [... Read more about Upgrading to iOS 11 - Tips to Make Sure Your Text Messages and iMessages are Backed Up]


My iPhone Voice Memos Won’t Sync! - How to Save Voice Memos to Computer

in iTunes, iPhone

For anyone who uses Apple’s free Voice Memos app on their iPhone or iPad to save recordings, you will often notice that when you sync or backup your device via [... Read more about My iPhone Voice Memos Won’t Sync! - How to Save Voice Memos to Computer]


Can I recover deleted text messages that I've erased from my iPhone?

in Data Recovery, iPhone

We often have iPhone users write to us asking if there is a way to recover deleted text messages or iMessages from their iPhone or iPad. The answer is "it [... Read more about Can I recover deleted text messages that I've erased from my iPhone?]


Telstra iPhone Users - How to save text messages / recover deleted text messages

in Data Recovery, iPhone

Tips for Australian iPhone users - How to save text messages Australia’s population in 2017 is hovering around 23 million mark. The country has currently has approximately 3 million iPhone [... Read more about Telstra iPhone Users - How to save text messages / recover deleted text messages]


How to transfer / make a separate backup copy of your text messages on your PC

in iPhone

Have you ever needed to save iPhone text messages to your computer in order to print them out? Perhaps you want to transfer your text messages or iMessages so that [... Read more about How to transfer / make a separate backup copy of your text messages on your PC]


How to Export iPhone Text Messages as a PDF Document

in iPhone

Since we do a lot of work with iPhone data, we're often asked how to save text messages and iMessages as a PDF. You may want to archive your text [... Read more about How to Export iPhone Text Messages as a PDF Document]


Switching from iPhone to Android - How to Securely Save your iPhone Text Messages and Transition Off of iMessage

in iPhone

Switching from iPhone to Android? Here is how to save all your iPhone text message to your computer before you change devices. We've gotten many emails over the last few [... Read more about Switching from iPhone to Android - How to Securely Save your iPhone Text Messages and Transition Off of iMessage]


Upgrading iPhone to iOS 10 - Tips to Ensure Your Text Messages are Backed Up

in iPhone

Each year when Apple releases a major iPhone update many people lose data during the upgrade. Apple officially released iOS 10 to consumers today. Let's make sure you’ve backed up [... Read more about Upgrading iPhone to iOS 10 - Tips to Ensure Your Text Messages are Backed Up]


How to Make an iPhone Backup on your Windows or Mac Computer

in iTunes, iPhone

Each week and month that goes by we accumulate more and more SMS text messages and iMessages on our iPhones and iPads. Many people never back up their devices and [... Read more about How to Make an iPhone Backup on your Windows or Mac Computer]


Restore Your Sluggish iPhone as New Without Losing Your Data!

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Here at the Decipher Tools office in San Francisco we often receive emails from iPhone users who say that their iPhone is sluggish, buggy, or performing poorly. The question these [... Read more about Restore Your Sluggish iPhone as New Without Losing Your Data!]


Upgraded to iOS 9 and All my Photos Were Deleted

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If you just upgraded to iOS 9 and during the process some of your important pictures or videos were deleted, here are three quick and easy steps to see if [... Read more about Upgraded to iOS 9 and All my Photos Were Deleted]


Three Quick Tips to Ensure You Don't Lose Important iPhone Data When Upgrading to iOS 9

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Each year when Apple releases a new iOS, we receive emails from frustrated iPhone users asking for help after losing their text messages, photos, notes, and iPhone contacts. Below are [... Read more about Three Quick Tips to Ensure You Don't Lose Important iPhone Data When Upgrading to iOS 9]


Recover Lost or Deleted iPhone Photos

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Instantly search your iPhone backup for deleted pictures. Accidentally deleting photos on your iPhone is not a fun experience, especially when the pictures are irreplaceable photos of family, friends, loved [... Read more about Recover Lost or Deleted iPhone Photos]


Upgrading to the New iPhone 6 — How to Securely Back Up and Save your iPhone Text Messages

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In the coming days Apple is set to launch the new iPhone 6. Awesome! Many users will be taking the plunge and purchasing a new iPhone 6, only to find [... Read more about Upgrading to the New iPhone 6 — How to Securely Back Up and Save your iPhone Text Messages]