How to delete a message in a WhatsApp group if you are not an admin?

How to delete a message in a WhatsApp group if you are not an admin - briefly?

If you're not the admin of a WhatsApp group and want to delete a message, you can only remove it from your own device. This action won't delete the message for other members in the group.

How to delete a message in a WhatsApp group if you are not an admin - in detail?

Deleting a message in a WhatsApp group when you are not the admin can be challenging, as standard users do not have the same privileges as admins. However, there are a few strategies you can employ to achieve this:

  1. Request Admin Assistance: The most straightforward approach is to ask an admin to delete the message for you. Admins have the ability to remove messages sent by any group member. To do this:

    • Open the WhatsApp group chat.
    • Tap and hold the message you want to delete until the options appear at the top of your screen.
    • Select "Report" > "Delete message".
    • Choose "Delete for everyone".

  2. Use the 'Delete for Everyone' Feature: If the message is recent (within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 30 seconds of sending), you can use the "Delete for Everyone" feature to remove the message from all recipients' chats:

    • Open the WhatsApp group chat.
    • Tap and hold the message you want to delete until the options appear at the top of your screen.
    • Select "Delete".
    • Choose "Delete for everyone".

  3. Withdraw Messages Before They Are Read: If a message has not been read by any member, you can withdraw it:

    • Open the WhatsApp group chat.
    • Tap and hold the unread message until options appear at the top of your screen.
    • Select "Revoke".

  4. Create a New Group: If the above methods are not feasible and the situation is urgent, you can create a new group and invite all members. This approach should be used sparingly as it involves significant disruption:

    • Create a new WhatsApp group with the same members.
    • Inform everyone about the change to ensure no messages or important information are lost in the transition.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete unwanted messages in a WhatsApp group even if you are not an admin.