How to delete a message in WhatsApp for everyone if you only deleted it for yourself on Android - briefly?
If you have already deleted a message in WhatsApp for yourself but want to delete it for everyone, you can't undo the action. However, you can revoke the message within seven minutes of sending by using the "Delete for Everyone" feature in the future.
How to delete a message in WhatsApp for everyone if you only deleted it for yourself on Android - in detail?
If you've accidentally sent a message on WhatsApp and wish to delete it for everyone, but have only deleted it for your own device, there is still a way to rectify the situation on an Android device. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
- Identify the Message: First, locate the message you wish to delete from your chat history. Ensure that you know exactly which message needs to be removed for everyone.
- Delete for Everyone Option: Typically, WhatsApp provides an option to "Delete for Everyone" within seven minutes of sending a message. If this time frame has passed, the message can only be deleted from your own device and not from the recipient's end. However, there is a workaround that involves using a different account or device.
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Use Another Account/Device:
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Revoke Permissions (Advanced Method): If the above method does not work, consider revoking permissions and reinstalling WhatsApp:
- Go to your device’s Settings > Apps & Notifications > WhatsApp.
- Tap on "Storage & Cache" and clear the cache.
- Revoke app permissions by going to Settings > Apps & Notifications > Advanced > App Permissions, and then select WhatsApp to revoke necessary permissions.
- Uninstall WhatsApp from your device.
- Reinstall WhatsApp from the Google Play Store and set it up again using your phone number.
- Once logged in, try deleting the message for everyone again within the seven-minute window.
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Backup and Restore (Last Resort): As a last resort, you can back up your chats and then restore them after some time has passed:
- Go to WhatsApp > Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
- Back up your chats to Google Drive.
- Uninstall WhatsApp from your device.
- Reinstall WhatsApp and set it up again using your phone number.
- Restore the chat backup when prompted during setup.
- Attempt to delete the message for everyone within the seven-minute window after restoring the chats.
Important Note: The effectiveness of these methods may vary depending on the specific situation and WhatsApp’s current features and policies. Always ensure that your actions comply with WhatsApp's terms of service and respect the privacy of other users.