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How can I restore text messages

How can I restore text messages that I accidentally deleted

iPhone 12, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 13, 2021 5:01 PM

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Posted on Sep 13, 2021 5:18 PM

First check to see if you have activated iCloud Messages: Settings > (Your name) > iCloud > Messages. If it is on then your text messages are gone.

If it is off and the deleted messages are in your last backup then you can restore from that backup. You will lose any data added since the date/time of that backup. Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support

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