How to delete a conversation in WhatsApp for everyone after reading it - briefly?
To delete a conversation in WhatsApp for everyone after reading it, you can use the "Delete for Everyone" feature. Simply open the chat, select the message or messages you want to delete, and tap on the "Delete for Everyone" option.
How to delete a conversation in WhatsApp for everyone after reading it - in detail?
To delete a conversation in WhatsApp for everyone after reading it, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the chat or conversation that you want to delete. This could be a one-on-one chat or a group conversation.
- Select the Chat: Tap and hold on the chat until a menu appears at the top of your screen.
- Delete for Everyone Option: In the menu, select the "Delete" option. You will then see two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone."
- Choose "Delete for Everyone": Tap on "Delete for Everyone." This action will remove the messages from your device as well as from the devices of the recipients in the chat.
- Confirm Deletion: You may be prompted to confirm the deletion. Confirm by tapping "OK" or any other confirmation option provided.
Important Notes:
- Time Limit: The "Delete for Everyone" feature is only available within seven minutes of sending a message. After this period, you will only see the "Delete for Me" option.
- Recipients' Devices: Recipients must have an updated version of WhatsApp to successfully receive and display the deletion notification.
- Media Files: Deleting a conversation also removes any associated media files, such as images or videos, sent within that chat.
- Group Chats: In group chats, all participants will see a message indicating that a message was deleted by you.
By following these steps, you can effectively delete a WhatsApp conversation for everyone after reading it, ensuring that the messages are removed from both your device and the devices of the recipients.