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Cosmo_thepastry20
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Set a profile picture using my own photos

Can I make my profile picture one of my pictures?

Posted on Oct 4, 2026 11:08 AM

1 reply

Ingo2711
User level: Level 10 (93,009 points)

Oct 4, 2026 10:33 PM in response to Cosmo_thepastry20

Yes, you can choose your own created photo from the Photos library to use as your Avatar picture:


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You can set an avatar and poster to automatically appear when you call or send a message to others.


  1. Go to the Contacts app  on your iPhone.
  2. Tap My Card at the top, then tap Edit.
  3. Tap your contact photo, then choose a style. 
  4. Tap Customize to edit your avatar and poster.

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copied from: Add or edit your contact info and photo on iPhone - Apple Support



Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256370390