If I delete a chat in WhatsApp, what will the interlocutor see - briefly?
When you delete a chat in WhatsApp, your interlocutor will no longer see that conversation in their chats list. However, they will still be able to view the messages and media shared within that chat on their own device.
If I delete a chat in WhatsApp, what will the interlocutor see - in detail?
When you delete a chat in WhatsApp, your actions have distinct implications for both parties involved in the conversation. Here's a detailed breakdown of what your interlocutor will and won't see:
- Message Deletion: If you delete specific messages within the chat, your interlocutor will not be able to view those deleted messages on their end. However, they may still see notifications indicating that messages have been deleted if they haven't yet read those messages.
- Chat Archival: When you archive a chat in WhatsApp, it is moved from your main chats list to the archived chats section. Your interlocutor will not be notified of this action, and the chat will remain visible on their device as if nothing has changed. They can continue to send and receive messages normally.
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Deleting the Entire Chat: If you choose to delete the entire chat from your WhatsApp, several things happen:
- Your End: The chat is removed from your chats list, and all associated media (photos, videos, etc.) are also deleted from your phone's storage.
- Interlocutor’s End: Your interlocutor will still see the chat in their WhatsApp, and they can continue to send and receive messages as usual. They won't be notified that you have deleted the chat on your end. The conversation history remains intact for them.
- Media and Files: Any media or files sent during the conversation remain accessible to your interlocutor. They can still view these items in the chat history.
- Group Chats: If the chat is part of a group, deleting it from your WhatsApp will remove you from that group. Other members of the group will see that you have left the group but won't be notified about why you left or whether you deleted the chat. The group conversation history remains unchanged for other participants.
In summary, while deleting a chat on WhatsApp allows you to clean up your chat list and free up storage space, it has no effect on what your interlocutor sees or experiences. Their access to the conversation history and any associated media remains unaffected.