How to Recover Deleted iPhone Messages (Including iMessage & WhatsApp)
Deleted a message thread by mistake? Whether it’s a lost iMessage or an important WhatsApp conversation, here’s how you can bring them back—fast.
1. Check iCloud and iTunes Backups
Apple users can often retrieve messages from an iCloud or iTunes backup. Here’s how:
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Set up your device and choose Restore from iCloud Backup or Restore from Mac/PC.
- Pick the last backup before deletion.
⚠️ Important: This method restores your entire phone, not just messages.
2. Use the PhotoRecovery App
The PhotoRecovery app allows you to scan exported chats and recover deleted photos, videos, and media—even from WhatsApp or iMessage backups.
- Export your WhatsApp or iMessage chat.
- Upload it to PhotoRecovery to detect and recover deleted content.
- You’ll see the deleted media separately from the remaining chat.
3. Ask the Sender
Sometimes the quickest solution is asking the other person to resend the messages. It works for both iMessage and WhatsApp.
4. Use iCloud Sync
If Messages in iCloud is enabled, deleted messages may sync across devices. You can check your iPad or Mac to see if the messages are still there.
Why It Matters:
Deleted messages often contain critical info—personal, legal, or emotional. Using the right recovery tool or knowing when to use a backup can make all the difference.
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