Can I delete a delivered message on WhatsApp - briefly?
Yes, you can delete a delivered message on WhatsApp. However, the recipient will still see a notification that a message was deleted.
Can I delete a delivered message on WhatsApp - in detail?
Yes, you can delete a delivered message on WhatsApp, but there are some important details and limitations to consider.
Firstly, it's crucial to understand that deleting a message on your end will not remove it from the recipient's device if they have already received or read it. When you send a message on WhatsApp, it is immediately delivered to the recipient's phone, and at this point, you cannot unsend it. However, if you delete the message before the recipient has seen it (indicated by the double-check marks turning blue), they will not be able to read it.
To delete a sent message on WhatsApp:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat containing the message you want to delete.
- Press and hold the message until a menu appears at the top of your screen.
- Tap on "Delete" from the menu.
- You will be given two options: "Delete for me" or "Delete for everyone". Selecting "Delete for everyone" will attempt to delete the message from both your and the recipient's devices. However, this option is only available within a short time frame after sending the message, typically up to an hour.
It’s also worth noting that even if you successfully delete a message for everyone, there is still no guarantee that the recipient hasn't seen or taken a screenshot of it before deletion. WhatsApp does not notify users when their messages are deleted by the sender.
In summary, while WhatsApp offers a feature to delete sent messages, its effectiveness depends on how quickly you act after sending the message and whether the recipient has already viewed it.