How do I delete a message in WhatsApp so that the other person doesn't read it - briefly?
To delete a message in WhatsApp before the recipient reads it, you must use the "Delete for Everyone" feature within seven minutes of sending the message. This feature allows you to remove the message from both your and the recipient's chat history.
How do I delete a message in WhatsApp so that the other person doesn't read it - in detail?
Deleting a message in WhatsApp to prevent the recipient from reading it can be crucial for maintaining privacy or correcting a mistake. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
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Quick Delete (Within Seven Minutes of Sending):
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you sent the message.
- Press and hold the message you want to delete.
- Tap the "Delete" icon at the top of the screen. This option is available only if less than seven minutes have passed since sending the message.
- Confirm by tapping "Delete for Everyone." This will remove the message from both your device and the recipient’s device, ensuring they do not see it.
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Regular Delete (After Seven Minutes):
- If more than seven minutes have passed since sending the message, you can still delete it from your side, but it will remain visible on the recipient’s device.
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where you sent the message.
- Press and hold the message you want to delete.
- Tap the "Delete" icon at the top of the screen.
- Confirm by tapping "Delete for Me." This will remove the message from your device but not from the recipient’s device.
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Use WhatsApp Web:
- If you prefer using a computer, you can use WhatsApp Web to delete messages.
- Open WhatsApp on your phone and go to "Settings" > "Linked Devices."
- Scan the QR code with your phone to link your device to WhatsApp Web.
- Go to the chat where you sent the message, press and hold the message, and select "Delete" > "Delete for Everyone" (if within seven minutes) or "Delete for Me" (if after seven minutes).