# Message Backup Reader

> View and manage iPhone SMS backups from computer files. (iPhone/iPad app by Trung Pham.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-backup-reader/id896411278 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trung Pham](https://appshunter.io/developer/647758254)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-backup-reader/id896411278/reviews.md

## What is Message Backup Reader?

An useful application to view your SMS messages from iPhone backup with following features:
- Import SMS Backup to your iPhone over wifi or iTunes.
- Support merge multiple backup.
- It is very easy to search, copy, delete for any contact in your backup file.
- Copy or delete multiple messages at once.
- Send message or make a phone call right on conversation screen.
- Lock app by passcode.
- Support manage extra contacts.
- Allow to link to Dropbox account in order to save/load your message data.

IMPORTANT: 
- You have to backup your iPhone with iTunes on the Mac or PC in order to export messages.
- Make sure that the backup message is NOT ENCRYPTED (do not check "Encrypt iPhone backup" in iTunes > Backups).

This app can be used very easily. For any suggestions or support, please send feedback within app or reach us at admin@poptato.com or comment on our website ios.poptato.com

## Key features

- Import SMS backups
- Merge multiple backups
- Search, copy, delete messages
- Manage contacts
- Link to Dropbox
- App passcode lock

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-backup-reader/id896411278/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Please refund purchase

*2018-04-21*

I wanted a backup app using without itunes. Very less information about this app before made purchase.

### 1/5 — User

*2017-07-14*

Useless

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2014-08-10*

You have to hook it up to a laptop for this stupid app! #don't use this app!

## Frequently asked questions about Message Backup Reader

### How do I backup my iPhone messages for Message Backup Reader?

You need to backup your iPhone using iTunes on a Mac or PC. Ensure that the backup is NOT encrypted by unchecking the 'Encrypt iPhone backup' option in iTunes.

### Can Message Backup Reader import messages from an encrypted backup?

No, Message Backup Reader cannot import messages from an encrypted backup. You must ensure your iPhone backup is not encrypted when using iTunes.

### What is the price of Message Backup Reader?

Message Backup Reader is a paid application priced at $0.99.

### Does Message Backup Reader have ads?

No, Message Backup Reader does not contain advertisements.

### On which devices can I use Message Backup Reader?

Message Backup Reader is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices.

### How often is Message Backup Reader updated?

The latest version, 1.4.6, was released on May 5, 2021. Previous updates indicate a history of maintenance and feature additions.

### What is the user sentiment for Message Backup Reader?

Based on the available data, Message Backup Reader has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating, suggesting a very low user satisfaction.

### Can I link Message Backup Reader to cloud storage?

Yes, Message Backup Reader allows you to link to your Dropbox account to save and load your message data, providing a convenient way to manage your backups.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.6 — 2021-05-05

- Fix wifi bug for iOS 14.

### 1.4.5 — 2018-01-10

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Fix critical bug on iPhone 6s iOS 11.2.1
- Suport display for iPhone X.

### 1.4.4 — 2017-06-16

- Fix some bugs.
- Update Dropbox Api V2.
- Speed up message extraction 200%.
- Support IPv6-only Network.

### 1.4.3 — 2015-11-06

- Support mapping contact with all country code.
- Fix bug relates to unlock app using passcode.

### 1.4.2 — 2015-09-25

- Fix some bugs.
- Allows sending feedback easily.

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