How to make it so that WhatsApp messages are not marked as read?

How to make it so that WhatsApp messages are not marked as read - briefly?

To prevent WhatsApp messages from being marked as read, you can turn off the "Read Receipts" feature in your privacy settings. This will hide your read status from senders and keep their messages unread for you.

How to make it so that WhatsApp messages are not marked as read - in detail?

To ensure that WhatsApp messages are not marked as read, there are several methods available depending on the device and operating system you are using. Here is a detailed guide to help you achieve this:

For iPhone Users:

1. Turn Off Read Receipts:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to "Settings."
   • Tap on "Account" and then "Privacy."
   • Turn off the toggle for "Read Receipts."

2. Disable Notifications:

   • Go to your iPhone's Settings app.
   • Scroll down and tap on "Notifications."
   • Find WhatsApp in the list and tap on it.
   • Turn off "Allow Notifications" or customize the notification settings to prevent messages from being marked as read.

For Android Users:

1. Turn Off Read Receipts:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to "Settings."
   • Tap on "Account" and then "Privacy."
   • Turn off the toggle for "Read Receipts."

2. Disable Notifications:

   • Go to your device's Settings app.
   • Scroll down and tap on "Apps" or "Application Manager."
   • Find WhatsApp in the list and tap on it.
   • Tap on "Notifications" and disable them or customize the settings to prevent messages from being marked as read.

For Web/Desktop Users:

1. Use Airplane Mode:

   • Enable airplane mode on your device before opening WhatsApp Web or Desktop.
   • Open WhatsApp Web or Desktop and read your messages.
   • Close the app before disabling airplane mode to ensure that messages are not marked as read.

2. Turn Off Notifications:

   • Open WhatsApp on your phone.
   • Go to "Settings," then "Notifications."
   • Turn off notifications or customize them to prevent the computer from marking messages as read.

For All Users:

1. Use Widgets:

   • Add a WhatsApp widget to your home screen if available on your device.
   • You can check your messages through the widget without opening the app, which prevents messages from being marked as read.

2. Enable Airplane Mode:

   • Enable airplane mode before checking your messages.
   • This method temporarily disables all network connections and ensures that messages are not marked as read until you disable airplane mode again.

By following these steps, you can effectively prevent WhatsApp messages from being marked as read on both iPhone and Android devices, as well as on the web or desktop versions of WhatsApp. This helps maintain your privacy and control over your message status.