How to bulk delete spam and old text messages on iPhone

Are you tired of scrolling through endless spam and old text messages on your iPhone? 

You’re not alone! Many of us struggle with cluttered inboxes filled with unwanted messages. 

Well, I’ve got some great news for you. I’m here to show you how to quickly clean up your iPhone’s Messages app and keep those pesky spam texts at bay.

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How to bulk delete unwanted conversations

Let’s start with bulk deleting those unwanted conversations:

• Open up your Messages app on your iPhone.
• Look for that Edit button in the top-right corner and give it a tap.
• Click Select Messages
• Now, you can select multiple conversations at once by clicking the round circle next to all those spam threads or old chats you no longer want.
• Once you’ve made your selections, hit that Delete button in the bottom-right corner.
• You’ll be asked to confirm your decision by clicking Delete again. Boom, all those spam threads and old chats are gone in seconds.

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How to filter out spam messages on iPhone

But what if you could keep your Messages app free of spam or unwanted messages? Here’s a nifty trick:

• Head over to your iPhone’s Settings and give it a tap.
• Tap Apps
• Then click Messages
• Scroll down to Message Filtering and toggle on Filter Unknown Senders

This feature automatically sorts messages from people who aren’t in your contacts into a separate list, making it easier to manage potential spam or unwanted messages. In the Messages App, tap Filters in the upper right corner, and you will see Unknown Senders. 

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How to set up automatic deletion of older messages

Now, for those who prefer to keep their message history down to a minimum, you can also set up automatic deletion of older messages. This feature is helpful if you’re running low on device storage and sharing a lot of long videos, which can really fill up your storage fast. Plus, some of you might want to do this not just to save space but also to keep your conversations private.

Here’s how to set it up:

• Head over to your iPhone’s Settings and give it a tap.
• Tap Apps
• Scroll down and click Messages
• Scroll down to Message History and tap on Keep Messages.
• You can choose to automatically delete messages after 30 days or 1 year.
• Just click on either 30 days or 1 year and tap Delete.
• Then, confirm your decision by tapping Delete Older Messages.

However, be cautious with this last option, as it will permanently delete older messages. If you often need to reference old messages, you may want to keep this setting on Forever to avoid losing important information.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Cleaning up your iPhone’s Messages app doesn’t have to be a chore. With these simple tips, you’ll not only declutter your inbox but also enjoy a more organized messaging experience. So go ahead, give these methods a try and reclaim your space.

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