Windows Phone 8: Activate SMS backup - how it works
You can save your short messages on your Windows Phone 8. In this practical tip, you can read how to activate SMS backup.
How to set SMS backup on Windows Phone 8
- To activate the backup, first open the settings.
- Swipe right to read "Applications" as a heading.
- Select "Messages"
- At the first point "SMS backup", flip the switch.
- Your SMS will now be saved via your Hotmail account or OneDrive. If you reset your Windows Phone and set it up again, the SMS will be loaded again.
In another article, we'll show you how to automatically upload your photos to OneDrive.