How to restore deleted text messages on Android

We've all been here before. All of us have, at one point or another, accidentally deleted an important text. Gloria, from Chepachet, Rhode Island, reached out to us with this question:

"I accidentally deleted a text message; how can I get it back on my Android phone?"

If you have an Android-based phone or a Google account, you may use Google Messages as your primary platform for text messages. Here's how to check if your message was archived within Google Messages.

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone's manufacturer. 

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone's manufacturer. 

If you are using a Samsung-based smartphone, your text messages can be stored in the Samsung OS's Recycle Bin for up to 30 days. If you are using a Samsung smartphone, here's how to check the built-in recycling bin app to see if your messages are in there:

If you've backed up your phone to Google Drive, you may be able to restore your backup to recover the deleted text messages. Please note that restoring a backup might overwrite the existing data on your phone. Here's how to check and see if you have a Google Drive backup for your smartphone:

Settings may vary depending on your Android phone's manufacturer. 

Gloria, hopefully, we were able to help you restore the missing Android message. Regularly backing up your data to prevent future data loss is always a good idea. If you have an Android smartphone, I strongly recommend using Google Drive to back up your phone; that way, you can always access the backup within your Google account. If you can't find your deleted messages in your phone's trash bin or recycling bin, don't panic. You can still most likely get any deleted data back with a third-party program, but check any program's features before paying.

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