How to enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp after 24 hours - briefly?
To enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp after 24 hours, follow these steps:
- Open the chat where you want to activate this feature.
- Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen, then select "Disappearing Messages" and choose "On."
How to enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp after 24 hours - in detail?
To enable disappearing messages in WhatsApp after 24 hours, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device. This feature is available for both individual chats and group conversations.
- Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat where you want to enable disappearing messages. If you are in a group, you need to be an admin to activate this feature.
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Access Chat Settings:
- For Android users: Tap on the three dots (⋮) located at the top-right corner of the chat screen.
- For iPhone users: Tap on the contact or group name at the top of the chat screen.
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Enable Disappearing Messages:
- For Android users: Select "Disappearing messages" from the dropdown menu. You will see an option that reads "No one" with a checkmark next to it. Tap on this option and select "24 hours."
- For iPhone users: Scroll down and tap on "Disappearing Messages." Similarly, you will find an option labeled "Off," with a checkmark next to it. Tap on this option and choose "24 hours."
- Confirm the Setting: After selecting "24 hours," a confirmation dialog will appear explaining that messages sent in this chat will disappear after 24 hours. Tap "OK" to confirm.
Once these steps are completed, all new messages sent in the selected chat will automatically disappear after 24 hours. This feature enhances privacy by ensuring that your conversations do not remain permanently on your device or the recipient's device.