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Texts retrieval

I accidentally reported a text as junk and it disappeared. I really need it back. How can I do that?

iPhone SE, iOS 15

Posted on Oct 23, 2022 1:17 PM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2022 1:20 PM

If you’re using iOS 16.X:

Delete and recover messages on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Oct 23, 2022 1:34 PM in response to Lebroy

Lebroy wrote:

I went to settings and checked and I don’t see a way to retrieve it.
  • If you’re not using iOS 16.X, there is no way to retrieve the message without having a backup.
  • If you are using iOS 16.X, then the article I linked in my response above explains exactly how to proceed. Click on the blue link there. Settings is not involved.


I thought I hit don’t report but it disappeared

In order to be offered the choice of “Report Junk” or “Don’t Report”, you have already specified you wish to delete the message.

Texts retrieval

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