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Removing messages from iPad but not iphone

Is it possible to remove messages from my iPad but not from my I phone to free up space

Posted on Feb 4, 2023 2:48 PM

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Posted on Feb 4, 2023 4:12 PM

Yes. Before attempting to delete messages, ensure that iCloud Messages has been disabled in iPad settings.


  • For iPadOS16:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud > Messages > Sync This Device - set to OFF


  • For iPadOS15 and earlier:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud > Messages - set to OFF

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Feb 4, 2023 4:12 PM in response to annibu757

Yes. Before attempting to delete messages, ensure that iCloud Messages has been disabled in iPad settings.


  • For iPadOS16:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud > Messages > Sync This Device - set to OFF


  • For iPadOS15 and earlier:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud > Messages - set to OFF

Removing messages from iPad but not iphone

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