Is there a setting that will prevent my child from deleting messages?

Is there a setting (in screentime maybe) that will prevent my child from deleting messages? I need to be able to review conversations if needed.

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Posted on Aug 21, 2024 4:30 PM

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Zachyy

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Aug 21, 2024 4:43 PM in response to helpagirlout75

Currently, deleting messages cannot be disabled in Screen Time.

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