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How can I find my deleted text messages

How do I find my deleted text messages

iPhone 13, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 13, 2022 4:20 AM

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Posted on Jun 13, 2022 4:39 AM

Deleted text messages are not retained.


If you have a device backup that contains the messages, and you do not use messages in iCloud, you can factory reset your device and restore it using the backup. You'll lose anything new since the backup was made but you may get your messages back.

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Jun 13, 2022 4:39 AM in response to Crysmc1

Deleted text messages are not retained.


If you have a device backup that contains the messages, and you do not use messages in iCloud, you can factory reset your device and restore it using the backup. You'll lose anything new since the backup was made but you may get your messages back.

How can I find my deleted text messages

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