The change allows employers to bypass previously selected message settings. Google rolled out a new feature that allows employers to archive text messages sent on company-provided Android devices.

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Amid a crackdown on off-channel communications, this all-in-one solution helps RIAs avoid recordkeeping fines and regain control of mobile messaging. Text messaging is convenient, but noncompliant.” — ...

You can finally recover messages you've accidentally deleted from Google Messages.