How to Recover Deleted Notes from iPhone 11

iPhone 11 was launched in September 2019 and it has become one of the most popular and in-demand smartphones in the market. One of the many features of iPhone 11 is the Notes app, which is a useful app for taking quick notes, making lists, and storing important information. However, there are times when you accidentally delete one or more notes from the app, and you cannot find them in the "Recently Deleted" folder either. Losing important notes can be frustrating and nerve-wracking, but there are ways to recover deleted notes from iPhone 11.

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What’s Needed?

Before we start discussing the methods to recover deleted notes from iPhone 11, you need to have a few things ready:

• Your iPhone 11
• A computer or laptop with iTunes or Finder installed
• A stable internet connection
• A data cable to connect your iPhone 11 to the computer or laptop

What Should I Pay Attention to?

There are a few things you need to keep in mind before you try to recover deleted notes from iPhone 11:

• Stop using the Notes app immediately after realizing that you have deleted a note. If you keep using the app, there is a chance that the deleted note will get overwritten, and you will not be able to recover it.
• Make sure your iPhone 11 has enough battery life before attempting any of the methods mentioned below. If your iPhone 11 runs out of power during the recovery process, it can cause damage to the device or lead to incomplete recovery.
• You need to have a backup of your iPhone 11 data either on iTunes or iCloud to recover deleted notes from the device. If you do not have a backup, you might not be able to retrieve the deleted notes.

Method 1: Recover Deleted Notes from Recently Deleted Folder

If you have accidentally deleted a note from the Notes app on your iPhone 11, the first place you should look for it is in the "Recently Deleted" folder. Here’s how:

1. Launch the Notes app on your iPhone 11
2. Tap on the "Back" arrow until you reach the Folders screen
3. Tap the "Recently Deleted" folder
4. Look for the deleted note you want to recover
5. Tap on the note and select "Recover"

Pros

• Easy to use and does not require any tools or software
• Can recover notes within 30 days of deletion

Cons

• If you have permanently deleted the note from the "Recently Deleted" folder, you won’t be able to recover it.

Method 2: Recover Deleted Notes from iTunes Backup

If you have enabled automatic backups on iTunes, then you can use the software to retrieve the deleted notes from your iPhone 11. Here’s how:

1. Connect your iPhone 11 to your computer or laptop
2. Launch iTunes
3. Select your iPhone 11 from the list of devices
4. Click on "Restore Backup…"
5. Select the latest backup that contains the deleted notes you want to recover
6. Click on "Restore" and wait for the process to complete
7. Once the process is complete, disconnect your iPhone 11 from the computer or laptop and check the Notes app for the recovered notes.

Pros

• If you have enabled automatic backups on iTunes, you can restore the deleted notes by following a few simple steps
• You can recover notes that are older than 30 days

Cons

• You need to have a backup of your iPhone 11 on iTunes
• The backup and restore process can take some time, depending on the amount of data being restored

Method 3: Recover Deleted Notes from iCloud Backup

If you have enabled automatic backups on iCloud, then you can use the cloud service to retrieve the deleted notes from your iPhone 11. Here’s how:

1. Go to http://www.iCloud.com on your computer or laptop’s web browser
2. Enter your Apple ID and password to log in
3. Click on the "Notes" icon
4. Look for the deleted notes you want to recover
5. Select the notes and click on "Download"
6. The notes will be saved as a PDF file on your computer or laptop
7. You can then transfer the notes to your iPhone 11 by syncing the device with iTunes or iCloud

Pros

• If you have enabled automatic backups on iCloud, you can retrieve the deleted notes by logging in to iCloud.com
• You can recover notes that are older than 30 days

Cons

• You need to have a backup of your iPhone 11 on iCloud
• The process of downloading and transferring the notes to your iPhone 11 can be time-consuming and complicated

Why Can’t I Recover My Deleted Notes from iPhone 11?

There can be several reasons why you are not able to recover deleted notes from your iPhone 11. Here are some of the common reasons and their fixes:

• Your iPhone 11 backup does not include Notes: If you did not enable Notes in your iPhone 11 backup, then you won’t be able to recover any deleted notes. To fix this, you need to create a new backup that includes Notes.
• You did not use the Notes app before backup: If you did not use the Notes app before creating a backup of your iPhone 11, then there won’t be any notes for you to recover. To fix this, start using the Notes app regularly and create backups afterward.
• You have permanently deleted the notes: If you have permanently deleted the notes from the "Recently Deleted" folder, then you won’t be able to recover them using any method. To fix this, start using a third-party recovery software.

Suggestions

To avoid losing important notes from your iPhone 11, you can follow these suggestions:

• Regularly back up your iPhone 11 data on iTunes or iCloud
• Use the "Recently Deleted" folder to recover accidentally deleted notes within 30 days of deletion
• Use third-party apps that offer automatic backups of your notes

FAQs

Q: Can I recover my deleted notes from iPhone 11 without a backup?

A: Unfortunately, if you do not have a backup of your iPhone 11 data, there is no way to recover the deleted notes.

Q: Can I recover my notes if my iPhone 11 is lost or stolen?

A: If you have enabled automatic backups on iCloud or iTunes, you can still recover your notes by restoring the backup on a new iPhone or iPad. If you did not enable backups, then you won’t be able to recover the notes.

Q: How can I prevent accidentally deleting notes from iPhone 11 in the future?

A: You can prevent accidentally deleting notes from your iPhone 11 by setting up Touch ID or Face ID to lock the Notes app, or by using a third-party app that offers password protection for your notes.

Q: Can I recover deleted notes from an older iPhone model?

A: Yes, you can use the same methods mentioned above to recover deleted notes from older iPhone models, as long as you have a backup of the data.

Q: Can I recover deleted notes from iPhone 11 using a third-party recovery software?

A: Yes, there are several third-party recovery software available that can help you recover deleted notes from your iPhone 11. However, these tools can be expensive and may not be as reliable as the built-in recovery methods offered by iTunes or iCloud.

Conclusion

Losing important notes from your iPhone 11 can be frustrating, but there are several ways to retrieve them. You can use the "Recently Deleted" folder, iOS backups on iTunes or iCloud, or third-party recovery software to recover your deleted notes. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that prevention is always better than cure. Regularly backing up your iPhone 11 data, using the "Recently Deleted" folder, and using password protection for your notes can go a long way in preventing data loss in the future.