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Turn your iMessages into a printed book
Export SMS and iMessages from your iPhone (Mac or PC) and print them as a book you can hold. A short guide walks you through it.
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SMS / iMessages tutorial
How to export and download your iPhone SMS and iMessages in 2026
Complete, free guide to saving your SMS and iMessage history from your iPhone and turning them into a personalized paper book. Tutorial updated in 2026 with screenshots.
To export your SMS messages from an iPhone, you need to use a computer: you can't do this directly from your phone.
Do you have a Mac or PC? Select your type of computer to discover the steps adapted to your configuration.
Tutorial for exporting iMessages/SMS to a Mac
Step 1
- Connect your iPhone to your Mac
Step 2
- Download photos from iCloud to your iPhone:
- Open the Messages application on your iPhone
- Select the desired chat
- Click on the contact name
Step 3
- Scroll down
Step 4
- Click on Upload to import all photos
Step 5
- Open the Finder and select your iPhone in the sidebar
- Deactivate "Encrypt local backup" and activate "Backup all iPhone data to this Mac".
Step 6
- Click on Save now
Step 7
- Once the backup is complete, go to MonLivreSMS
- The software will suggest the chat of your choice to create your book.
- You can then personalize your book and order your printed book.
Important: The backup may take a few minutes, depending on the amount of data on your iPhone.
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Tutorial for exporting iMessages/SMS to PC
Step 1
- Connect your iPhone to your PC
Step 2
- Download our MonLivreSMS application here: MonLivreSMS
Step 3
- Make sure you have iTunes installed
Tip: Download iTunes if you haven't already done so
Step 4
- Launch iTunes
Step 5
- Log in with your Apple credentials, validating the connection on your iPhone if necessary
Step 6
- Once your iPhone is connected to iTunes, click on Continue
Step 7
- Go to Summary and deactivate the "Encrypt local backup" option if checked
- Click on Save now
Tip: Do not backup to iCloud for this operation.
Step 8
- Once the backup is complete
- Open the downloaded folder MonLivreSMS
- If a security warning appears, click on Additional information and then on Run anyway
- The software will ask you to choose the chat of your choice to create your book.
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Turn your SMS and iMessages into a paper book
Now that you know how to export your iPhone chats, create your own personalized book in just a few clicks. Print your memories in a premium-quality bound book that will stand the test of time.
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One book can hold up to 400 pages (around 6,000 messages).
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Seen on French TV
We went on French national television, on a Shark Tank-style show: you pitch a concept to investors, live. Ours was simple. Your chats, printed as a book you can hold. Anthony Bourbon talked about it on the set. He later joined us.
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Frequently asked questions
The essentials before you create your book.
How do you print iPhone messages?
The steps are in the tutorial. The full guide: how to print your messages.
Are my messages private?
Yes, 100% private. Your chats are processed automatically to generate the book, without human reading.
What are the delivery times?
Digital PDF: usually available in under one hour. Printed book: shipped in 2 days, delivered in under 7 days. Free worldwide shipping.
Where are the books printed?
In southern France, in Lavaur (Tarn). Premium print quality, local craftsmanship, shipped worldwide.
How many messages fit in one book?
Up to 400 pages, around 6,000 messages with photos and media. Above that, several volumes: 25% off from the second, down to 40% off from 7.
Can I preview before printing?
Yes. You can preview your book before you order, to make sure everything looks right.
Any hidden fees?
No. The displayed price includes layout, printing and free worldwide shipping.
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