How to delete a WhatsApp message for everyone if you have already deleted it for yourself - briefly?
If you've already deleted a WhatsApp message for yourself, you won't be able to delete it for everyone else as well. Unfortunately, once you've deleted the message for yourself, the option to delete it for others is no longer available.
How to delete a WhatsApp message for everyone if you have already deleted it for yourself - in detail?
Deleting a WhatsApp message for everyone after you've already deleted it for yourself can be a bit challenging, but it is possible within a specific time frame. Here’s how to do it:
- Understand the Time Frame: The feature to delete messages for everyone only works if the message was sent less than 7 minutes ago. If more than 7 minutes have passed, you won't be able to delete the message for others. This time frame applies whether or not you have already deleted the message for yourself.
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Delete the Message:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat where the message was sent.
- Long press on the message you want to delete.
- Tap on the "Delete" icon at the top of the screen (it looks like a trash can).
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Select "Delete for Everyone":
- After tapping the "Delete" icon, you will be prompted with two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone".
- Choose "Delete for Everyone". This action will remove the message from both your device and the recipient's device.
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Confirmation:
- You will see a notification that says "You deleted this message".
- The recipients will also see a message stating "This message was deleted" in place of the original message.
It’s important to note that while WhatsApp allows you to delete messages for everyone, there is no guarantee that the recipient hasn't already seen or read the message before you deleted it. Additionally, if the message contains media (like images or videos), deleting it might not remove the files from the recipient's device completely, as they may have been automatically downloaded.
By following these steps, you can effectively delete a WhatsApp message for everyone, ensuring that your communication remains private and controlled.