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How do I download my backup

How do I download a previous backup so I can retrieve some messages I deleted

iPhone 11, iOS 14

Posted on May 22, 2021 7:21 PM

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Posted on May 22, 2021 7:28 PM

You restore an iCloud backup to your device following these directions.

Restore or set up your device from an iCloud backup - Apple Support


You should have two backups from which to choose when you get to the point of selecting a backup. If the messages are not in either backup, there will be no way to recover them. When you restore a backup, you overwrite the current contents on your device.

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May 22, 2021 7:28 PM in response to Z4fun

You restore an iCloud backup to your device following these directions.

Restore or set up your device from an iCloud backup - Apple Support


You should have two backups from which to choose when you get to the point of selecting a backup. If the messages are not in either backup, there will be no way to recover them. When you restore a backup, you overwrite the current contents on your device.

How do I download my backup

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