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Export Apple Contacts on Mac

Apple Contacts can export selected cards or a contact archive; VCF is the portable interchange choice.

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A safe local workflow

For Export Apple Contacts on Mac, keep the original export unchanged and start with a small synthetic or copied dataset. Platform screens and field support can vary by version.

  1. Export selected contacts as vCard.
  2. Inspect the local copy.
  3. Review photos and custom fields.
  4. Validate before another platform import.

Verify after import

After Export Apple Contacts on Mac, spot-check names, international phone numbers, multiple emails, organizations, notes, and photos. This page provides preparation guidance and does not claim live platform compatibility until a dated test is recorded.

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