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How can I retrieve a deleted text message?

How can I retrieve a deleted text message

iPhone X, iOS 15

Posted on Oct 24, 2022 5:16 PM

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Posted on Oct 25, 2022 4:29 AM

Generally, you cannot.


In iOS 16, tap edit and you may find recently deleted messages.


In older iOS versions: If messages in iCloud is enabled, messages are permanently erased once deleted. Otherwise, if you have a device backup that contains the message, you can factory reset and delete your device and restore it using your backup.

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Oct 25, 2022 4:29 AM in response to jammy198

Generally, you cannot.


In iOS 16, tap edit and you may find recently deleted messages.


In older iOS versions: If messages in iCloud is enabled, messages are permanently erased once deleted. Otherwise, if you have a device backup that contains the message, you can factory reset and delete your device and restore it using your backup.

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How can I retrieve a deleted text message?

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