iPad iMessages backed up in iCloud cannot be viewed or deleted.

iPad iMessages says 46 messages backed up in iCloud, but does not show an option to let me see them. to deleted unwanted ones

My iPad is synched to my iPhone, both of which had the latest ios updated today. The iPhone gives the same info.


Here's a screenshot from my settings: -



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iPad Pro, iPadOS 27

Posted on Oct 27, 2026 5:48 AM

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Oct 27, 2026 9:40 AM in response to Lewis3376

Lewis3376 wrote:
iPad iMessages says 46 messages backed up in iCloud, but does not show an option to let me see them. to deleted unwanted ones
My iPad is synched to my iPhone, both of which had the latest ios updated today. The iPhone gives the same info.
Here's a screenshot from my settings: -
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/ae8ba21c-13c5-4e93-a59e-936033d8c177

No it isn't backed up to the cloud, you have this enabled Set up iCloud for Messages on all your devices - Apple Support . Message are viewed directly on your ipad not the cloud.

iPad iMessages backed up in iCloud cannot be viewed or deleted.

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