how can i retrieved all my messages from 3 years ago
how can I retrieve all my messages from three years ago?
iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Hi there cyril91,
If you have an iCloud backup from that time frame and you had messages included in your backup, you may be able to restore from that backup to see your messages from that time frame. If you have Messages in iCloud turned on now, your messages won't be included in backups.
When you use Messages in iCloud or turn on iCloud Photos, your content is automatically stored in iCloud. That means that they're not included in your iCloud Backup.
Learn more about what iCloud backs up here: What does iCloud back up? - Apple Support
This link provides steps for how to locate your iCloud backups: Locate backups of your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
If you don't have a backup from that time that included Messages, your best bet is to reach out to your wireless carrier to see if they can provide you with the information you're seeking.
Take care.