Use iMessage on Mac without signing into iCloud in System Preferences?
I would like to use my iMac without iCloud syncing and backup turned on.
The only app that I do use between my iPhone and iMac is Apple Messages with family.
Before I begin toggling switches on my iMac, thought I would ask:
- Can I sign into Messages with my Apple ID (Preferences > Accounts) while not signing in System Preferences > iCloud?
- Would Messages be enabled?
Solution 1:
You can sign into Messages separately to iCloud through Messages → Preferences → Accounts as you mention. You won't be able to use Messages in iCloud unless you also sign into iCloud.