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How can I restore a deleted text message?

How can I restore a deleted text message?

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Dec 4, 2021 1:51 PM

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Posted on Dec 4, 2021 1:54 PM

Once deleted, messages are erased.


If you have a backup that contains the message, and do NOT use messages in iCloud, you can erase your device and restore it using the backup. You'll lose anything new since the backup was made but you'll have your message restored.

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Dec 4, 2021 1:54 PM in response to Shawno1

Once deleted, messages are erased.


If you have a backup that contains the message, and do NOT use messages in iCloud, you can erase your device and restore it using the backup. You'll lose anything new since the backup was made but you'll have your message restored.

How can I restore a deleted text message?

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