---
title: "Set Up Signal Capture Account in iOS"
slug: "set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios"
updated: 2026-03-25T10:12:52Z
published: 2026-03-25T10:12:52Z
canonical: "docs.smarsh.com/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios"
---

> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Set Up Signal Capture Account in iOS

> **Applicable to End Users**

While setting up your Signal account in an iOS device, you cannot back up chat history as this feature is not supported.

To set up Signal Capture installed on your iOS device:

1. Tap the installed app (TM SGNL) to open it.
2. Tap **CONTINUE.** ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-e33mdxc7.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) The app requests permissions to access your calls, contacts, media, and send you notifications.
3. Tap **Allow Permissions**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-2s17hlt1.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)
4. Enter the phone number mentioned in the Welcome email received from Smarsh and tap **Continue.** ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-xjri6br1.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) A pop-up to verify your phone number appears.
5. Ensure that you have entered the correct phone number and tap **Yes**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-9995qvzx.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) A one-time PIN is sent to your phone number.
6. Enter the code and tap **Submit** to activate your account.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/image-YHFHTQMQ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)

The app verifies that you are human.
7. Complete the verification as directed.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/image-D9VTFZES.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) > ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/image-J4CM5N1W.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) A verification code is sent to your phone number or organization email, based on your organization's settings.
8. Enter the verification code received. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-ay6zt3tq.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D) The app prompts you to transfer chat history from the native Signal app or Signal Capture or an older device.
9. Do one of the following:
  - To transfer chat history, see [Transfer Chat History on iOS Devices](/capture-mobile/docs/transfer-chat-history-on-ios-devices).
  - If this is your first installation or if you do not want to transfer chat history, tap **Register without Transferring**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-z2pgp1cn.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)
10. Create a PIN to secure your account. The PIN can be numeric or alphanumeric and must contain at least four characters.
11. Tap **Next**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-phn4jigt.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)
12. Confirm your PIN and tap **Next**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-x0q2e4ta.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)
13. Set up your profile and tap **Save**.
  - First name is mandatory.
  - Last name is optional. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-3mo8j7ls.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)

The home screen of Signal Capture is displayed. You have successfully set up your account.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/20248637-fef6-4111-82b6-c3bf43c0155e/Images/Documentation/set-up-signal-capture-account-in-ios-image-xsv3mfd8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A38%3A40Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A38%3A40Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=OGW%2Bo9DLgqkzL%2BMbF3aBk%2FRNbh0kSC23FPA27Mp9%2Bs8%3D)

### Video

Watch the video [here](https://smarsh.wistia.com/medias/zbbitkqsi6) for additional guidance.