How to Extract Text Messages from iPhone

How crucial it can be when you accidentally deleted an important text message. More so if it’s everything on your Messages app. Now you may be thinking, "Is there a way to extract text messages from iPhone?". You’re lucky there is. There is an easy way to extract deleted messages from iPhone in two ways: extracting it from your iCloud backup and another is through your iTunes backup.

Among the best ways to do it is through a software called iBeesoft iPhone Data Recovery. This is a great tool highly recommended by users to easily extract text messages from your iPhone and recover deleted text messages from iPhone without backup to iTunes or iCloud. It is user-friendly and reliable. The tool allows you to preview your data before you even retrieve the files. iBeesoft is efficient in doing its job in providing alternative options in recover your deleted or lost photos, videos, contacts, messages, Whatsapp, audio and other forms of data from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

As I have mentioned earlier, there are two options to retrieve the text messages from your iPhone. One is through your iCloud backup. This allows iBeesoft iPhone Data Recovery to get your iCloud saved data and show you the text messages that you have lost. The other option is from your iTunes backup. The software uses your iTunes backup file saved on your laptop or desktop computer to retrieve the missing text messages. I know you’re interested to know now how to extract messages from iPhone. Check the two methods below.

Method #1. Extract Text Messages from iPhone via an iCloud backup file.

As long as you have an iCloud backup file this will just be a breeze for you, so remember to backup your iPhone data from time to time. Just in case you are not sure on how to do this follow the steps below on how to backup your files to iCloud.

Backup Files with iCloud

Make sure that you have your iPhone or Apple device charged or plugged in. This is to avoid any backup interruption. Connect the device to a secured WiFi connection. Mobile data is not recommended because backups consume a lot of data.

Step 1. For iOS 10.3 up to latest versions, access Settings then tap your photo or name. Tap on iCloud. For iOS 10.2 below, access Settings, scroll down then tap iCloud.

Step 2. Select iCloud backup and make sure that iCloud backup is enabled or on. For iOS 10.2 below, simply tap on Backup.

Step 3. Make sure that your WiFi Connection is stable. Tap on Backup Now. Wait until the backup is complete. Once the backup is complete, you will see the last date and time of your backup.

NOTE: You can also set an automatic iCloud Backup. This happens whenever your device is charging, connected to WiFi, and locked screen. By default, the free iCloud storage is 5GB. You also have an option to increase the storage space starting at $0.99 USD per month to get 50GB iCloud storage.

Now you know how to backup your iPhone via iCloud, let’s proceed on how to extract deleted text messages on iPhone.

Extract Text Messages from iCloud Backup

Step 1. Download iBeesoft iPhone Data Recovery software and install it on your computer. Launch the software then select "Recover from iCloud". Log in with your iCloud credentials.

Step 2. After successful sign in the software will show all iCloud backups available. Select the backup file that contains the messages then click on the "Scan" button. This will show you the items within a few minutes of extracting your iCloud backup data.

Step 3. After the scan is complete. You can now view a categorized item list on the left side of the window. Look for the Contacts/Messages category and then select Messages. This will allow the software to sort out your items and only show you the messages from your iPhone. Choose the messages you need to extract then click on "Recover".

Method #2. Extract Text Messages from iPhone via iTunes backup file.

You already know how much I recommend backing up your files. Another way of doing so is by connecting your iPhone to a trusted computer where you can create a backup with iTunes. I am going to provide you with instructions on how to make an iTunes backup step by step.

Backup Files with iTunes

Step 1. Download and install iTunes if not yet done. Launch iTunes and then connect your iPhone to your computer. You may be asked to enter your device passcode or a notification may appear on your iPhone to Trust This Computer.

Step 2. Choose your device once your iPhone is connected and detected in iTunes. Go to File then Devices. Select Backup from the drop-down menu. Another way is to select Summary under the Settings category. On the right side under Backups choose the option "This computer".

NOTE: You have a choice to select "Encrypt iPhone Backup" and set up a password if you want to include account passwords, HomeKit, and Health data to your backup. You can confirm that your backup is complete by the date and time of your Latest Backup.

Extract Text Messages from iTunes Backup

You need to make sure that the iBeesoft iPhone Data Recovery for Mac will be downloaded and installed on the same computer where you had your iPhone backed up. A lifesaver indeed if the iCloud backup or directly connecting your device is not possible.

Step 1. Open and launch the iBeesoft iPhone Data Recovery software then choose "Recover from iTunes" at the top of the window. Once the software detects your iPhone iTunes backup files, it will appear on the list. Just click the "Scan" button on the backup file you need.

Step 2. After a successfully completed scan of the backup file, it will show all your iPhone files. You can find your messages under the Contacts/Messages category. Just select "Messages" to filter your files. Once you see the messages you need to extract. Simply select the items to be recovered and click on the "Recover" button. The extracted messages will be saved locally on your computer.