iPhone 13 trash bin
My iPhone trash bin does not empty properly. It keeps refilling with the same messages I previously deleted. I have had this annoying problem with other Apple phones
iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 16
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Hi there zandrel224,
Thank you for posting to Apple Support Communities.
We understand you're having an issue deleting messages on iPhone. We're happy to help.
Are these text messages or email messages? Regardless, we do recommend ensuring that iOS is up-to-date on your iPhone. Before updating, we recommend backing up your iPhone first. These articles can be of help. When you back up, you can back up using a Mac or PC rather than iCloud if you choose.
How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Then, depending if this is Messages app or Mail app, following the steps in the articles below:
Delete messages on iPhone - Apple Support
Delete emails on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
That should help. If you're still having an issue, we recommend contacting Apple Support for additional assistance: Apple Support
Take care.