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Removing message app on Iphone 13 - will messages be there if I reinstall app?

My message app is showing that I have a message when I don't. If I remove the app in hopes that this will cure the 1 message that I don't have - and reinstall the app, will my text messages still be in the app or will I lose them?!

iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Jun 1, 2023 4:55 PM

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Posted on Jun 2, 2023 12:49 AM

The thing is that you will not be able to delete the Messages app. You may be able to remove it from the Home Screen, however, it will remain in the App Library. You attempts to delete it will not delete any texts.

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I recommend that you Try and Force Restart your iPhone EXACTLY as shown below and see whether that resolves the issue:

  • Press and quickly release Volume UP button
  • Press and quickly release Volume DOWN button
  • Press and Hold the SIDE button until an Apple logo appears and then release the Side button (Can take up to 20 seconds. (DO NOT release Side Button when invited to Slide Power OFF). 


Axel F.

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Jun 2, 2023 12:49 AM in response to AmberRue

The thing is that you will not be able to delete the Messages app. You may be able to remove it from the Home Screen, however, it will remain in the App Library. You attempts to delete it will not delete any texts.

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I recommend that you Try and Force Restart your iPhone EXACTLY as shown below and see whether that resolves the issue:

  • Press and quickly release Volume UP button
  • Press and quickly release Volume DOWN button
  • Press and Hold the SIDE button until an Apple logo appears and then release the Side button (Can take up to 20 seconds. (DO NOT release Side Button when invited to Slide Power OFF). 


Axel F.

Removing message app on Iphone 13 - will messages be there if I reinstall app?

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