Where Does Apple Translate Store Favorites and Packs?
Where Apple Translate keeps favorites on iPhone, on device plus iCloud roles. See the folder table below.
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Apple Translate pairs iCloud favorites with device packs. Your saved phrases sync through your Apple ID. Offline languages download privately per language.
That split matters abroad. Favorites return instantly, packs need redownload. Exact storage names shift with iOS releases. For moves, sign in covers phrases while languages need fresh fetches. Download both directions per language pair before flights without signal. Screenshots of settings help when support asks for reproduction steps later.
Where Apple Translate stores this, by platform
On My iPhone/Translate (favorites in iCloud, packs private)
Favorites follow your Apple ID through iCloud. Language packs download privately per language. Redownload both directions per pair on the new iPhone.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move Apple Translate favorites to a new iPhone?
Sign in with the same Apple ID on the new iPhone and favorites return from iCloud. Phone holds downloaded languages in private storage. Redownload packs over WiFi after sign in. Verify before flying, since packs expire and need refresh.
Does Apple Translate work offline?
Yes for languages you downloaded in settings. They live privately on device for offline use. Favorites sync through iCloud where enabled. History stays on device unless synced. Redownload packs on the new phone over WiFi.
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