Retrieve deleted text messages iPhone Follow
Oops! Accidentally deleted an important text? Don’t panic. If you need to retrieve deleted text messages on your iPhone, here’s how:
On iPhones with iOS 16 or later, check the Messages app > Edit > Show Recently Deleted. Conversations will show how many days are remaining before they are permanently deleted, which can take up to 40 days. You can select an individual message or Recover All, as needed.
Messages that have been backed up to iCloud can be restored by fully restoring an earlier version of your device (note: this will overwrite current data). Go to SEttings > General > Reset iPhone, and then select Erase all Content and Settings to restore your device to a backup version.
Using Hushed? While messages are stored inside the app, Hushed prioritizes your privacy and doesn’t keep deleted message logs.