How to delete a message in WhatsApp from the interlocutor before reading - briefly?
To delete a message in WhatsApp before your recipient reads it, you can use the "Delete for Everyone" feature. Simply long-press on the message and select "Delete" from the menu that appears at the top of the screen. This will remove the message from both your device and the recipient's device.
How to delete a message in WhatsApp from the interlocutor before reading - in detail?
Deleting a message in WhatsApp before your recipient reads it can be crucial for maintaining privacy and correcting mistakes. While there is no direct "unsend" feature, WhatsApp offers a workaround using the "Delete for Everyone" option. Here's how you can do it:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the chat where you sent the message you want to delete.
- Select the Message: Long-press on the message until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Delete for Everyone: Tap on the "Delete" icon (trash can) in the top menu. You will see two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Choose "Delete for Everyone".
- Confirm Deletion: WhatsApp will ask you to confirm the deletion. Tap "Delete" again to proceed.
- Check Status: After confirmation, you will see a message stating "You deleted this message" and "This message was deleted". Your recipient won't be able to read the message if they haven't seen it yet.
Important Notes:
- Time Limit: You have up to 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds after sending a message to delete it before the recipient can see it. After this window, you will only be able to delete the message for yourself using "Delete for Me".
- Recipient Awareness: Even if the message is deleted successfully, your recipient may still see a notification stating that a message was deleted. However, they won't be able to read its content.
- Connection Requirement: Both you and your recipient need to have an active internet connection for the "Delete for Everyone" feature to work effectively.
By following these steps, you can maintain control over your messages and ensure that sensitive information doesn’t reach unintended recipients.