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How can I retrieve deleted text messages from iPhone without backup on Windows 11?
Here are effective methods to recover deleted text messages from iPhone:
Method 1: Recover from Recently Deleted Messages (iOS 16 and later)
Apple introduced a Recently Deleted feature in the Messages app with iOS 16, allowing you to recover messages deleted within the past 30 days:
1. Open Messages on your iPhone.
2. Tap Edit at the top left corner, then select Recently Deleted.
3. Choose messages you wish to restore and tap Recover.
Method 2: Recover Deleted Text Messages from iPhone Using iCloud Backup
If your messages were backed up with iCloud:
1. Reset your iPhone:
Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Erase All Content and Settings.
2. Follow the setup prompts and choose Restore from iCloud Backup.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID, choose a relevant backup, and restore your data.