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Can I un-archive a message?

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The conversation that you archived must be replied to on the other end for it to be un-archived and brought to your attention.

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What if their name doesn't pop up when typed in?

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This could mean that the contact has blocked you on Messenger or on Facebook.

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How do I view a list of all my archived messages if I can't remember the person's name for the conversation I archived on the Messenger app?

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Do your best to remember the name, because you cannot access the archive without a specific name.

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How do I see my archived messages on Facebook Messenger if my account is deactivated?

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You can log into Messenger without reactivating your account. Once logged in, follow the usual procedure to see archived messages.

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How can I find archived messages in Messenger without typing in the person's name?

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Unfortunately, that's the flaw with this "hack." If you cannot recall or know the name, then you're out of luck.

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How do I unignore a message on Facebook Messenger?

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Go to community standards and report.

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Will an archived conversation show up if the other person answers via Facebook Messenger?

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Yes, as long as they send you a message, then that person's conversation with you will pop back up.

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