How to See Recently Deleted Numbers on iPhone
Have you ever accidentally deleted a contact number on your iPhone and now can’t find it? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Many iPhone users have faced this issue at some point. The good news is that there’s a way to see recently deleted numbers on your iPhone. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to retrieve these numbers and ensure you don’t lose them permanently.
Step 1: Open the Recently Deleted Folder
The first step to see recently deleted numbers on your iPhone is to open the Recently Deleted folder. This folder is a temporary storage for deleted contacts, messages, photos, and other files. Here’s how to access it:
1. Go to the “Contacts” app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the “i” icon next to the “Recents” tab.
3. Scroll down and tap on “Recently Deleted.”
4. You’ll now see a list of deleted contacts.
Step 2: View Deleted Numbers
Once you’ve opened the Recently Deleted folder, you can view the deleted numbers. Here’s what to do:
1. Look through the list of contacts in the “Recently Deleted” folder.
2. You’ll find the deleted numbers listed there, along with their corresponding names.
Step 3: Restore Deleted Numbers
If you want to restore the deleted numbers to your iPhone, follow these steps:
1. Tap on the contact you want to restore.
2. A pop-up menu will appear. Tap on “Restore.”
3. The contact will be moved back to your “Contacts” app and will no longer be in the “Recently Deleted” folder.
Step 4: Delete Permanently
If you’ve decided that you no longer need the deleted numbers and want to remove them permanently, follow these steps:
1. Go back to the “Recently Deleted” folder.
2. Tap on the “Edit” button in the upper-right corner of the screen.
3. Select the contact you want to delete permanently by tapping on the red circle next to it.
4. Tap on “Delete” in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Step 5: Clear Recently Deleted Folder
To clear the “Recently Deleted” folder and remove all deleted items permanently, follow these steps:
1. Go back to the “Recently Deleted” folder.
2. Tap on the “Edit” button in the upper-right corner of the screen.
3. Tap on “Delete All” in the lower-left corner of the screen.
4. Confirm the deletion by tapping on “Delete All” again.
By following these steps, you can easily see recently deleted numbers on your iPhone and manage them according to your needs. Remember to regularly check the “Recently Deleted” folder to prevent permanent loss of important contacts.
