How to delete an old WhatsApp recording - briefly?
To delete an old WhatsApp recording, follow these steps:
- Open the chat where the voice message is located.
- Tap and hold the voice message, then select "Delete" from the options that appear at the top of your screen.
How to delete an old WhatsApp recording - in detail?
To delete an old WhatsApp recording, follow these detailed steps:
- Locate the Recording: Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat where the recording is located. Scroll through the conversation to find the specific voice message you want to delete.
- Select the Recording: Tap and hold on the voice message until a menu pops up at the top of your screen. This menu will provide options for what you can do with the selected message.
- Delete the Recording: In the menu, tap on the "Delete" option (represented by a trash can icon). You will be prompted to confirm the deletion. Tap "Delete" again to permanently remove the recording from your chat.
- Verify Deletion: To ensure that the voice message has been deleted, scroll back up to where it was originally located. The voice message should no longer be visible in the conversation.
It's important to note that while you can delete a WhatsApp voice message from your device, the recipient will still have access to the recording unless they also choose to delete it from their end. Additionally, if you have backups enabled for WhatsApp (such as through Google Drive or iCloud), the deleted recording may still be stored in those backups until they are manually cleared.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and clean up your WhatsApp conversations by deleting old voice recordings that are no longer needed.