There is no one answer to this question as it can depend on the individual and on the specific context in which a message disappeared. However, some possible explanations for why messages might disappear from POF could include: -The user may have unsubscribed from the service or changed their mind about using it. -The system may be experiencing an issue with its data storage or retrieval. -A third party may have taken over the account and is notifying users of this. -A security breach may have occurred and all user data has been compromised.