Google Messages Adds Trash Folder to Safeguard Deleted Chats

7 articles · Updated · NewsBytes · Apr 11

Google Messages has introduced a Trash folder for Android users to prevent accidental permanent deletion of conversations.
Deleted messages now remain in the Trash folder for 30 days, or 7 days on Android Go devices, allowing users to restore or permanently remove them.
This update provides a safety net for message management and is rolling out widely with recent app versions, enhancing user control over deleted conversations.

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