How to delete a recording in WhatsApp for everyone - briefly?
To delete a recording in WhatsApp for everyone, follow these steps: Open the chat containing the message you want to delete, tap and hold on the message, select 'Delete' from the menu that appears at the top of your screen, then choose 'Delete for everyone'.
How to delete a recording in WhatsApp for everyone - in detail?
To delete a recording in WhatsApp and ensure it disappears for everyone, including yourself, you must act quickly, as this option is only available within a short timeframe after sending the message. Here's a detailed guide on how to do this:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the chat where you sent the recording that you want to delete.
- Select the Recording: Tap and hold on the audio message until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Delete for Everyone Option: In the menu, you will see several options. Look for "Delete for Everyone" or a similar label depending on your device's language settings.
- Confirm Deletion: Tap on "Delete for Everyone." A confirmation dialog will appear, asking if you are sure you want to delete the message. Confirm your choice by tapping "Delete."
- Check Deletion Status: After deleting, the message will be replaced with a note saying "You deleted this message" in your chat. For the recipients, it will say "This message was deleted."
Important Considerations:
- Time Limit: The option to delete messages for everyone is only available within 1 hour 8 minutes and 16 seconds after sending. After this time, you can only delete the message from your device, but not for others.
- Recipients' Settings: If a recipient has enabled "Read Receipts" or "Last Seen," they will still see that you deleted a message even if they haven’t read it yet.
- Backup and Notifications: Deleting a message for everyone does not delete the message from backups or notifications. If a recipient has notifications enabled, they might still see the message in the notification center.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your communication on WhatsApp by deleting unwanted recordings and ensuring that they are removed for all participants in the chat.