Keep messages on my iPhone

I want to keep messages longer than 30 days on my iPhone. How can I do that?

iPhone 16 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 22, 2025 4:28 PM

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Zachyy

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Posted on Feb 22, 2025 4:31 PM

Settings > Apps > Messages > Scroll down to Keep Messages > Select either 1 year or forever.

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Zachyy

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Feb 22, 2025 4:31 PM in response to GumsnRoses

Settings > Apps > Messages > Scroll down to Keep Messages > Select either 1 year or forever.

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