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In theory, once you remove a message from Messenger, it vanishes from the system, and you won't be able to view it again. However, in reality, you can still retrieve deleted or removed messages if you know some small and easy techniques.
Viewing Recalled Messages on Messenger on Phone, Computer
I. How to Access Deleted Messages on Messenger on Computer
Method 1: Copy or Review Deleted Messages from the Sender
When you delete a message on Facebook Messenger, the data is completely erased from your Facebook account. However, the same doesn't apply to the person you're chatting with. If it's important content, be open with the other party and request a copy or screenshot.
Method 2: Back Up Messages Using Email Notification Feature
Although messages have been removed from Messenger, you can still review them via email. However, you must ensure that you have allowed Facebook to send all notifications to your email. If not, activate this feature now to back up and review messages when needed.
Step 1: On the Facebook workspace, click on the small profile picture in the top right corner to open the options menu, then select 'Settings & Privacy'.
Next, select 'Settings'.
Step 2: Click on the Notifications section in the function column on the left side of the screen. On the right side, look for the Email row, toggle the switch to blue to receive notifications.
Method 3: Perform Backup and Download Messages Periodically on Computer
While this method cannot help users view previously deleted messages on Messenger, it serves as a perfect solution to safeguard your data and messages for the future.
Step 1: You also access the Settings section as in method 2. However, instead of Notifications, this time you will go to Your Facebook Information.
In the Download Your Information section, click View;
Step 2: Here, you click on 'Request Download'. Facebook will ask for a password to secure the user.
II. How to View Deleted Messages on Messenger on Mobile
Depending on the phone brand and model, the method to view deleted messages on Messenger on iPhone, Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo... will vary. For Samsung, you can apply the following method to view recalled messages on Messenger without needing an app:
Step 1: On your Samsung phone, open Settings then select 'Notifications'.
Step 2: Choose 'Advanced Settings'.
Step 3: Select 'Notification Log' then choose Messenger application to view recalled messages.
However, to view recalled messages on Messenger on Android for Xiaomi phones, you need to download MIUI Downloader.
Mytour has just finished guiding you through 3 simple yet effective ways to help you view deleted messages on Messenger. Depending on your situation, you can apply 1 or all 3 methods that Mytour has just instructed to recover Facebook messages. Wish you success!
