Clean Up Duplicate Contacts on iPhone
A cluttered contact list makes it hard to find the right person when you need them. PhoneCleanKit helps you identify and merge duplicate contacts automatically.
How Duplicates Happen
Duplicate contacts typically occur when:
Syncing contacts from multiple sourcesImporting contacts from SIM cardsSaving contacts from messaging appsRestoring from backupsFinding Duplicates
PhoneCleanKit identifies duplicates by comparing:
Full name matchesPhone number matchesEmail address matchesPartial name similaritiesThe Merge Process
When duplicates are found, PhoneCleanKit intelligently merges them:
Combines all phone numbers from duplicate entriesMerges email addresses without creating duplicatesPreserves notes and other details from all entriesKeeps the most complete profile pictureStep-by-Step Guide
Open PhoneCleanKit and select "Duplicate Contacts"Grant contacts access when promptedReview the suggested duplicate groupsConfirm or adjust the mergesTap "Merge All" or merge individuallyBefore and After
Before: John Smith, John Smith (Work), J. Smith
After: John Smith (with all phone numbers and emails combined)
Tips for Clean Contacts
Run this scan after importing contacts from a new sourceReview contacts with similar but not identical namesCheck the merged contact to ensure accuracyConsider exporting contacts before major cleanupsKeep your address book clean and organized with PhoneCleanKit!
