Can I delete a message in WhatsApp for the recipient - briefly?
Yes, you can delete messages on WhatsApp for both yourself and the recipient. However, the recipient will still see that a message was deleted if they have notifications enabled or check the message info.
Can I delete a message in WhatsApp for the recipient - in detail?
Yes, you can delete a message in WhatsApp for both yourself and the recipient, but there are important details to consider.
WhatsApp offers two types of deletion: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". When you select "Delete for Me", the message is removed from your chat window only. The recipient will still see the message in their chat. This option is useful when you want to clean up your own chat history without affecting others.
However, if you want to delete a message for everyone in the conversation, including recipients, you need to use the "Delete for Everyone" feature. Here's how it works:
- Time Limit: The "Delete for Everyone" option is available only within 7 minutes of sending the message. After this timeframe, you can still delete the message from your own chat using "Delete for Me", but it will remain visible to recipients.
- Notifications: Recipients will see a notification that says "This message was deleted". They won't be able to view the content of the message, but they will know that something was removed.
- Device and Connection: Both you and the recipient must have an updated version of WhatsApp for the "Delete for Everyone" feature to work correctly. A stable internet connection is also required.
- Recipient's Phone Status: If the recipient has turned off read receipts, you won't know if they have seen your message before you delete it. Similarly, if their phone is off or they haven't connected to the internet, the deletion might not be successful for them.
- Group Chats: In group chats, all participants will see the "This message was deleted" notification when a message is deleted using "Delete for Everyone". However, each participant must have the latest version of WhatsApp and a stable internet connection for the deletion to be successful on their end.
To delete a message:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat containing the message you want to delete.
- Long press on the message until it's selected, then tap the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
- Choose "Delete for Everyone" if it's available (within 7 minutes) or "Delete for Me" if it isn't.
In summary, while you can delete messages in WhatsApp for recipients, the success and visibility depend on various factors such as time, device compatibility, and internet connectivity.