How to delete messages from yourself in WhatsApp - briefly?
To delete a message you sent on WhatsApp, long press on the message until it is highlighted in blue, then tap the trash can icon at the top of your screen to remove it from your device and the recipient's device if they have not yet read it.
How to delete messages from yourself in WhatsApp - in detail?
Deleting messages you have sent on WhatsApp can be a useful feature for correcting mistakes, removing sensitive information, or simply tidying up your chat history. Here is a detailed guide on how to delete messages from yourself in WhatsApp:
For Individual Messages:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Select Chat: Navigate to the chat where you want to delete the message. This could be an individual or group chat.
- Long Press Message: Find the specific message you wish to delete and hold your finger down on it until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Delete for Me/You: In this menu, you will see several options. Select "Delete for Me" (on iOS) or "Delete for You" (on Android). This action will remove the message from your device but not from the recipient's device.
- Confirmation: A confirmation dialog may appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the message. Confirm your choice, and the message will be removed from your chat history.
For Multiple Messages:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Select Chat: Navigate to the chat where you want to delete multiple messages.
- Long Press First Message: Find the first message in the series you wish to delete and hold your finger down on it until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Select Additional Messages: While still holding down on the first message, tap on additional messages you want to delete. They will be highlighted.
- Delete for Me/You: Once all desired messages are selected, release your finger and select "Delete for Me" (on iOS) or "Delete for You" (on Android). This action will remove the selected messages from your device but not from the recipient's device.
- Confirmation: A confirmation dialog may appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the messages. Confirm your choice, and the messages will be removed from your chat history.
Important Notes:
- Recipient Visibility: When you delete a message for yourself, the recipient will still see the message in their chat history unless they also delete it from their end.
- Time Limit: WhatsApp allows you to delete messages within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 30 seconds after sending. After this period, you won't be able to delete the message for yourself or the recipient.
- No Notification: The recipient will not be notified that you have deleted a message for yourself. However, they may notice if the message content changes or disappears from their chat history.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and clean up your WhatsApp messages, ensuring your conversations remain organized and free of errors or sensitive information.