Overview
- The feature is live on fully managed Google Pixel and other Android Enterprise–compatible devices and must be enabled by an organization's IT team.
- Employees see a clear on-device notice when archiving is active, and the capability does not apply to personal phones.
- Approved third-party vendors—CellTrust, Smarsh, and 3rd Eye—integrate with Google Messages to capture RCS, SMS, and MMS, including edits and deletions.
- Google says archiving happens locally on the device, preserving end-to-end encryption in transit and not sending archived data to Google.
- The update targets compliance and legal discovery needs such as SEC rules and FOIA, with additional archival partners expected in 2026.