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How can I restore deleted messages

How can I restore deleted messages

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Apr 28, 2021 4:51 PM

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Posted on Apr 28, 2021 4:53 PM

Go to Settings > Your Name, Apple ID, iCloud, iTunes & App Store

Tap iCloud

Are Messages turned on (green)?

If yes, you cannot retrieve deleted messages


If no, and you have a backup from before you deleted the messages, you can restore your phone from that backup, but be advised your phone will be restored to the date the backup was made so any messages sent or received after the backup was made will be gone.

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Apr 28, 2021 4:53 PM in response to awilda225

Go to Settings > Your Name, Apple ID, iCloud, iTunes & App Store

Tap iCloud

Are Messages turned on (green)?

If yes, you cannot retrieve deleted messages


If no, and you have a backup from before you deleted the messages, you can restore your phone from that backup, but be advised your phone will be restored to the date the backup was made so any messages sent or received after the backup was made will be gone.

How can I restore deleted messages

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