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macmills1
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Any way to get iMessages not found in back up?

Any way to get iMessages not found in back up? I had to restore my phone but didn't realize I didn't have a back up of some messages I needed.


I'm taking a guy to court and the messages would help me get the money he owes me.

Any help is appreciated.

Thank you.

Posted on Sep 22, 2026 1:36 PM

1 reply

Mac Jim ID
User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)

Sep 22, 2026 1:44 PM in response to macmills1

  • Did you delete this message?
  • Are you using Messages in iCloud? You can verify by going to Settings > [name on top] > iCloud > Show All > Messages.


If you are using Messages in iCloud, they are not saved in a backup, they are just synced from iCloud. If previously deleted a message it will be recoverable for 30 days only.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256362981