PHApp Overview: View Deleted Messages & SMS Backup
This utility provides a method for monitoring notifications to recover deleted message content and managing SMS/MMS backups. The tool is designed for notification logging and local message archiving.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Android Version | 8.0 and up |
| Architecture | arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a |
| Languages | en, en-GB |
| Mod Features | Pro Features Unlocked; Debug Info Removed |
| Version Info | No changelog provided |
Core Functionality
- Notification History: Monitors incoming alerts to capture text from notifications. This allows users to view message content even if the sender deletes the message after it has been received.
- SMS Backup & Restore: Generates local backup files for SMS and MMS. The "Reveal SMS" feature allows for the restoration of these messages to the system inbox.
- Backup Management: Tools to browse, share, or delete local backup files.
- Direct Messaging: Permits sending messages to phone numbers not saved in the device contact list.
- Web Messaging Integration: Built-in interface for accessing web-based messaging services.
Requirements & Constraints
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Notification Trigger | The app only captures content that successfully triggers a system notification. |
| Installation Timing | Messages sent or deleted prior to app installation cannot be recovered. |
| Active/Muted Chats | Messages received while a chat is open or muted do not generate notifications and cannot be logged. |
| Permissions | Must be temporarily set as the Default SMS Handler to restore messages. |
| Optimization | Battery Optimization must be disabled to ensure the background listener remains active. |
Privacy & Data Handling
- Local Storage: All notification logs and SMS backups are stored exclusively on the local device.
- No Cloud Sync: Personal conversations are not uploaded to external servers.
- Data Control: Users retain full control over data; deleting the application or the specific backup files removes all captured information.