Last updated: September 27, 2026
Open a list and tap Add Contacts (the plus button). You can also touch and hold a list on the Lists screen and choose Add Contacts.
CNTC does not add the same Apple Contact to a list twice, so contacts already connected to that list do not appear as available choices.
iOS may let you give CNTC access to all contacts or only contacts you select.
CNTC asks for Contacts access so you can add people to shared lists, keep shared details up to date, recognize people you share with, and import contacts when you choose.