Is it possible to delete a chat conversation on WhatsApp for the other person?

Is it possible to delete a chat conversation on WhatsApp for the other person - briefly?

Yes, it is possible to delete a chat conversation on WhatsApp for the other person. This feature is known as "Delete for Everyone" and allows you to remove messages from both your own device and the recipient's device.

Is it possible to delete a chat conversation on WhatsApp for the other person - in detail?

Yes, it is possible to delete a chat conversation on WhatsApp for both yourself and the other person involved in the conversation. This feature is known as "Delete for Everyone" and it allows you to remove specific messages or entire conversations from both your device and the recipient's device.

To use this feature:

  1. Open the WhatsApp chat that contains the message(s) you want to delete.
  2. Press and hold on the message you wish to delete. This will open a context menu at the top of the screen.
  3. Tap on the "Delete" option in the context menu.
  4. You will be presented with two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Select "Delete for Everyone".
  5. Confirm your choice by tapping "Delete" again.

It's important to note that this feature only works within a specific time frame. For messages, the delete option is available for up to one hour after sending or receiving the message. For media (photos and videos), you have up to 13 hours after sending or receiving it. After these time limits, you can only delete the message or media for yourself using the "Delete for Me" option.

Additionally, if you try to delete a message that has been forwarded to other chats, it will remain in those chats even if you successfully delete it from your chat with the original recipient.

This feature provides users with greater control over their conversations and helps maintain privacy by allowing them to remove sensitive or regrettable messages before they can be seen or shared further.