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How does Messages retention work?

How does messages retention work?

iPad Air 3, iPadOS 26

Posted on Oct 1, 2026 8:50 AM

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Oct 1, 2026 10:55 AM in response to RAMASO

You can set how long messages are kept in Settings > Apps > Messages > Keep Messages. Choose “Forever” so that your messages are never automatically deleted.

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How does Messages retention work?

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