How to delete a message in WhatsApp for everyone if you deleted it for yourself - briefly?
Unfortunately, once you've deleted a message for yourself on WhatsApp, you cannot recall it for others. The delete for me option does not affect the recipients' copies of the message.
How to delete a message in WhatsApp for everyone if you deleted it for yourself - in detail?
Deleting a message in WhatsApp for everyone, even after you've already deleted it for yourself, can be achieved through a specific process. This feature is particularly useful when you need to ensure that the recipient no longer sees the message on their end. Here’s a detailed guide on how to accomplish this:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the chat where you sent the message that you want to delete for everyone.
- Select the Message: Long-press on the message you wish to delete until it is highlighted. If you are using an iPhone, swipe left on the message instead of long-pressing.
- Delete for Everyone Option: After selecting the message, you will see a trash can icon or 'Delete' option at the top of your screen. Tap on this icon.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog will appear with two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Choose "Delete for Everyone".
- Wait for Confirmation: WhatsApp will attempt to delete the message from both your device and the recipient's device. You’ll see a notification that says "You deleted this message" under the chat. If successful, the message will also be removed from the recipient's chat history.
Important Considerations:
- Time Limit: The "Delete for Everyone" feature only works within 7 minutes of sending the message. After this time frame, you can only delete the message for yourself using the "Delete for Me" option.
- Recipient Notification: Recipients will see a notification that says "This message was deleted". They won't be able to view the content of the message anymore.
- Group Chats: If you are in a group chat and delete a message, all participants will see the "This message was deleted" notification, but they won't know who deleted it.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your communications on WhatsApp, ensuring that any message you regret sending can be removed from both your and the recipient’s devices within the allowed time frame.