Why can’t I change my photo for messages
I can’t change my photo in messages and the first one is the one I want but the second one is my mom
iPhone 13 Pro
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Re: Why can’t I change my photo for messages
It's not easy to guess the reason, and we don't have much to go on,
Could be anything like:
✽ you first need to learn how to change the photos as what you tried doesn't work
✽ your iPhone's software may need updating to the newest version
✽ it could be a software "bug" (but then everyone else would likely be complaining too)
✽ There may be "ScreenTime" or "parental controls" on your iPhone, prevnting some things.
✽ you may be forgetting to "save" your changes
✽ or many more possible reasons ... Eg: It may help.to Restart your iPhone - Apple Support
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Re: I can’t change my photo in messages and the first one is the one I want but the second one is my mom
Wondering what you have already tried with no success:
You mght want to try the set-up method below:
It is from the iOS26 article Set up Messages on iPhone - Apple Support
(OR
Just tap Edit > Name and Photo ... to change an existing photo, as it says if you scroll to the bottom)
Please remember to sav your changes..
Eg rticle says:
- Go to the Messages app
on your iPhone. - Do one of the following:
- At the top of the conversation list, tap Edit, then tap Set Up Name & Photo.
- Swipe up to the top of the conversation list, then tap Share Your Name & Photo.
- Choose how you want to be represented, scroll down, then turn on Name and Photo Sharing.
- Tap Share Automatically, then choose one of the following:
- Contacts Only: Anyone who is a saved contact receives the option of using the name and image you chose when they communicate with you.
- Always Ask: You decide to share your name and photo as you communicate with each contact.
- Tap
to save your changes.
To change these settings after you set them up, tap Edit, then tap Name & Photo.
Note: Your name and photo may not appear as expected when you send messages to recipients who are using non-Apple devices."
