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How can I recover deleted messages?

How can I recover deleted messages if it is backed up using iCloud? Thanks

Posted on May 27, 2022 4:46 AM

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Posted on May 27, 2022 5:57 AM

Do you mean backed-up to iCloud, or do you mean synced to iCloud (Settings -> iCloud -> Messages is turned on.) ?


If the latter, the messages cannot be restored.


If the former, you can restore the iCloud backup of your iPhone.


What does iCloud back up? - Apple Support (CA)

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support (CA)


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May 27, 2022 5:57 AM in response to tobel13

Do you mean backed-up to iCloud, or do you mean synced to iCloud (Settings -> iCloud -> Messages is turned on.) ?


If the latter, the messages cannot be restored.


If the former, you can restore the iCloud backup of your iPhone.


What does iCloud back up? - Apple Support (CA)

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support (CA)


How can I recover deleted messages?

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