hiw can i read my text messages in icloud
Jmarti2h
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Posted on Oct 16, 2026 1:29 AM
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User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)Oct 16, 2026 2:16 PM in response to Jmarti2h
Not possible to do online.
You would need to set up a device using that Apple Account and provide the Passcode for the other device that synced those text messages to iCloud. Messages in iCloud are encrypted and they will not sync to a device unless the Passcode has been provided in order to decrypt those messages. It is also not possible to use Messages in iCloud without a Passcode for that same encryption reason. In some cases you may be able to use another Trusted Device to decrypt those messages when setting up on a different phone, but you will be given that option when you are asked for the Passcode.
John Galt
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User level: Level 10 (162,806 points)Oct 16, 2026 1:54 PM in response to Jmarti2h
As in a browser, or...? We can't use that for text messages.
I'm a little confused by your question though. In general, read Set up iCloud for Messages on all your devices - Apple Support
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256377112