How to Recover Deleted Text Messages on iPhone XS/XS Max/XR

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Restore Text Messages on iPhone XS/XS Max/XR

By Selena KomezUpdated on September 28, 2018


iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR are Apple’s most advanced phones. When people are immersed in the joy of getting a new phone, some data loss problems are gradually emerging. Like text messages disappeared on iPhone 8/X, you will accidentally press the ‘delete’ button to remove your wanted text messages from iPhone XS/XS Max/XR, how to retrieve deleted messages on iPhone XS/XS Max/XR?

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When you delete some messages from the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or iPhone XR, these files are not actually deleted, they are invisible and just marked as system deleted and hidden in the phone. Therefore, you are advised to stop using your iPhone XS/XS Max/XR to prevent deleted files from being overwritten by new data. Then try a third-party software to retrieve your deleted or lost SMS/MMS/IMessages on iPhone XS/XS Max/XR.

No harm to any other data on your iPhone XS/XS Max/XR, iPhone Data Recovery Software is worth trying, it provides a simple and green platform where you can retrieve lost text messages in three recovery modes: recover from iPhone device or extract data from iTunes and iCloud backup files. Unlike iTunes and iCloud, you are allowed to preview files and select special data to restore without erasing original contents. Each type of data is recoverable, like Contacts, Messages, Gallery, Videos, Call History, Music, Voicemail, Notes, Calendars, Reminders, Bookmarks, and App data and more. In addition, this app can help you retrieve data in a variety of scenarios:

Accidently deleted data on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices.
iOS 12, iOS 11.4, iOS 11.3, iOS 10.3 update deleted iPhone files.
iPhone factory settings restore erased all data including text messages.
iPhone jailbreak, black screen, white Apple logo screen of death cause messages and other data loss.

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Part 1: Recover Deleted Text Messages on iPhone XS without Backup

Step 1. Open iPhone Data Recovery

Firstly, install and open the iPhone Data Recovery Software on your PC and the tool is available for both Windows and Mac. Go to iPhone Data Recovery feature to start the process.

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Next, follow the instructions on the screen to connect your iPhone XS device to your computer with its lighting cable. Then click on “Start Scan”.

connect device to computer

Step 2. Scan iPhone XS to Find Deleted Messages

The recovery program will scan your iPhone XS device automatically. And the specific scan information will be displayed on the screen, please wait patiently.

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Step 3. Preview and Recover Deleted Text Messages on iPhone XS

Now you can see all the recoverable messages. Check the “Messages” and “Messages Attachments” to preview all text messages that you need to recover. Finally, get back the deleted text messages and attachments and save them to your computer by using “Recover” button.

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Part 2: Restore Deleted Text Messages from iTunes Backup

Step 1. Select iTunes Recovery Mode

Launch the software and choose “Recover from iTunes Backup File” mode. It will recognize all iTunes backup files automatically. You need to select the one contain your deleted messages and click on “Start Scan” to extract iTunes backup files.

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Step 2. Preview & Restore Messages from iTunes Backup

After scanning, you can preview all the missing text messages and its attachments. Tick the messages for recovery, and then click on the “Recover” button to save the files back to your computer.

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Part 3: Retrieve Deleted Text Messages from iCloud Backup

Step 1. Sign in iCloud Account

Similarly, launch iPhone Data Recovery and choose the “Recover from iCloud Backup File” mode to get started. Now enter the username and password to log in your iCloud account.

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Step 2. Download and Extract iCloud Backup Files

Once logged in, all the iCloud backup files will be recognized. Choose one to download and extract these downloaded files.

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The program will remind you to select the required data to download in a small window, saving more time. You can also tick “Select All” to download all backup content.

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Step 3. Retrieve Deleted Text Messages from iCloud Backup

After downloading, you are able to preview the messages one by one and select the messages you want to get back. Click on “Recover” button to retrieve to your computer.

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Another Recommended Tool – iPhone XS Data Recovery Software

Unexpected incidents lead to data loss. iPhone XS Data Recovery helps recover contacts, message, photos, videos, notes, and other contents on your iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X/8/8 Plus/7/7 Plus/6s, iPad or iPod Touch. Four recovery modes are provided, and Smart Recovery mode is based on your data loss type and then develops a corresponding recovery method for you. To sum up what what this reliable software can do for you:

Recover data in four recovery modes, Smart Recovery, recover from iOS devies, recover from iTunes or iCloud backup files.
Get back deleted or lost data selectively and safely.
Support 20+ file types (WhatsApp, SMS, contacts, photos, music, videos, etc.)
Recover data lost due to accidentally deletion, system crash, virus attack, locked iPhone, iOS update, water damaged, etc.
Compatible with latest iOS 12 and iPhone XS/XS Max/XR.

Get the specific steps here: 3 Ways to Recover Text Messages from iPhone after iOS 11/12 Update

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