How to enable unseen mode in WhatsApp - briefly?
To enable the "unseen" mode in WhatsApp, you need to disable the read receipts feature. This can be done by going to the app's settings and toggling off the "Read Receipts" option.
How to enable unseen mode in WhatsApp - in detail?
Enabling the "unseen" mode on WhatsApp allows users to read messages without the sender being notified. This feature is particularly useful when you want to maintain privacy or avoid immediate responses. Here's a detailed guide on how to enable this mode:
For Android Users
- Open WhatsApp: Unlock your phone and open the WhatsApp application.
- Go to Settings: Click on the three dots in the upper right corner of the screen. This will open a menu where you should select "Settings."
- Navigate to Notifications: In the Settings menu, look for "Notifications" and tap on it.
- Disable Read Receipts: Under the notifications settings, find the option labeled "Read receipts." Toggle this off. Once disabled, you will no longer send read receipts to your contacts.
For iOS Users
- Open WhatsApp: Unlock your iPhone and open the WhatsApp application.
- Go to Settings: Click on the "Settings" tab at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Navigate to Account: In the Settings menu, tap on "Account."
- Privacy Settings: Under the Account settings, select "Privacy."
- Disable Read Receipts: Find the option labeled "Read receipts" and toggle it off. This will prevent WhatsApp from sending read receipts to your contacts.
Additional Tips
- Airplane Mode Trick: If you want to read messages without being seen temporarily, you can use Airplane Mode. Turn on Airplane Mode, open WhatsApp, read the message(s), and then close WhatsApp before turning off Airplane Mode. This way, WhatsApp will not send a read receipt because it couldn’t connect to the server while in airplane mode.
- Blue Ticks: Even with read receipts disabled, blue ticks (indicating message delivery) will still appear when messages are delivered. However, the sender won't see blue ticks indicating that you have read their message.
By following these steps, you can effectively enable "unseen" mode on WhatsApp, allowing you to maintain your privacy and control over your communication.