How to delete a picture in WhatsApp for everyone?

How to delete a picture in WhatsApp for everyone - briefly?

To delete a picture sent on WhatsApp for everyone, including the sender and recipients, you can use the "Delete for Everyone" feature. Simply open the chat, select the image, tap on it to expand, then choose "Delete" > "Delete for Everyone." This action must be performed within seven minutes of sending the message.

How to delete a picture in WhatsApp for everyone - in detail?

To delete a picture from WhatsApp for everyone, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
  2. Navigate to Chats: Once you are in the app, go to the 'Chats' section where all your conversations are listed.
  3. Select Conversation: Choose the chat or group where you sent the picture you want to delete.
  4. Find the Picture: Scroll through the conversation to locate the specific picture message.
  5. Delete for Everyone Option: Long press on the picture until a menu appears at the top of your screen. Tap on the 'Delete' icon (represented by a trash can or bin).
  6. Confirm Deletion: A pop-up will appear asking if you want to delete the message for everyone or just for yourself. Select 'Delete for Everyone'.
  7. Success Message: After confirming, you will see a message saying "You deleted this message" in place of the picture. This indicates that the deletion was successful and the picture is no longer visible to any recipients.
  8. Check Recipient's Device: To ensure the deletion has worked, ask one of the recipients to check their WhatsApp. They should not see the deleted picture anymore.