How to Copy Contacts From Blackberry

Whether you are upgrading your phone or just backing up your contact list, copying your contact list from your BlackBerry is a great idea. Using the BlackBerry Desktop Manager that came bundled with your device, you an easily copy the contacts list from your BlackBerry.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. If you have not already, install the BlackBerry Desktop Manager software. It should have been bundled with your phone on a CD, but if you have misplaced the CD you can download it directly from the BlackBerry website (see Resources).

2. Connect your phone to your computer, using a standard-sized mini-USB cord. The Desktop manager should launch automatically.

3. Click on the "Backup and Restore" tab in the BlackBerry Desktop management software. Then click on the "Advanced options."

4. Click on the contact list, and then select the backup option. The contact list has now been copied to your computer's hard drive and can be stored or transferred to another BlackBerry device.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are trying to copy your contacts and then import them to another smartphone, you will need to do a "Sim copy" which can only be performed by an authorized carrier representative.

References

• BlackBerry Desktop Software Features Overview

Resources

• BlackBerry Desktop Software