Google Messages finally got a trash folder: Here’s how to find it

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TL;DRGoogle Messages now stores deleted texts for up to 30 days before they are permanently erased.The feature provides a safety net for accidental deletions.Android Go edition users get seven days of deletion protection.For years, deleting a text in Google Messages was a high-stakes move: Once you hit that delete button, the conversation was gone forever. Now, Google has finally brought some much-needed peace of mind. Following a brief beta period, Google has rolled out a dedicated Trash folder for Google Messages.This new feature brings the app’s behavior more in line with Gmail and Google Photos, providing a safety net for those accidental swipes or moments of “deleter’s remorse.”