Google automatically backs up your texts, but if you need more control over where they're saved and want to initiate a manual backup, you'll have to rely on an alternate service. Thankfully, there are plenty of options available for free, and it's easy to set things up.21 Oct 2020
How do I backup and restore text messages on Android?
- Open your device Settings, then scroll to the bottom and tap Google (or System).
- Select Backup, then toggle on Back up to Google Drive.
- Tap Account and select your Google account.
- Finally, tap OK to confirm the action.
How do I retrieve text messages from Google backup?
- Open Google Drive.
- Go to the Menu.
- Choose Settings.
- Choose Google Backup.
- If your device has been backed up, you should see the name of your device listed.
- Select the name of your device. You should see SMS Text Messages with a timestamp indicating when the last backup took place.
How do I restore my Google backup?
- Open your phone's Settings app.
- Select Google. Backup.
- Tap Back up now.
How do I view my text messages on Google backup?
Open Google Drive on your phone. Open the menu by clicking on the three lines button at the top left corner. Now, select 'Backups'. Check if your data has been backed up.10 Jan 2022