This message has been deleted, how do I delete it in WhatsApp - briefly?
In WhatsApp, if a message is deleted by the sender, you will not be able to view or recover it as it has been permanently removed from both your device and theirs. To delete messages from your end, simply select the message(s) you want to remove, tap on "Delete," and then choose whether to delete for yourself or everyone in the chat.
This message has been deleted, how do I delete it in WhatsApp - in detail?
If you've received a notification stating that a message has been deleted on WhatsApp, and you want to know how to delete your own messages or manage the visibility of your conversations, here are some detailed steps:
Deleting Your Own Messages in WhatsApp
- Open WhatsApp: Start by opening the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Select a Chat: Choose the chat where you want to delete a message. This could be an individual or group chat.
- Find the Message: Scroll through the conversation to locate the specific message you wish to delete.
- Delete for Me: Tap and hold on the message until a menu pops up at the top of your screen. Select "Delete for me" from the options provided. This will remove the message from your device but not from the recipient's device.
- Delete for Everyone (if available): If the option "Delete for everyone" is visible, you can select it to delete the message from both your and the recipient’s devices. Note that this option is only available within a short time frame after sending the message.
Managing Message Visibility in WhatsApp
- Message Notifications: If you receive a notification stating "This message has been deleted," it means the sender has chosen to delete their message, and it’s no longer visible to you. There is no action required on your part for this specific scenario.
- Read Receipts: WhatsApp allows you to control whether others can see if you've read their messages or not. To manage this setting:
- Go to "Settings" in WhatsApp.
- Select "Account."
- Tap on "Privacy."
- Under the "Read Receipts" section, toggle off the option if you don’t want others to see when you've read their messages.
- Last Seen: You can also control who sees your last seen status and profile photo by navigating to the same "Privacy" settings:
- Select "Last Seen & Profile Photo."
- Choose who can view this information (Everyone, My Contacts, or Nobody).
By following these steps, you can effectively manage the visibility and deletion of messages in WhatsApp, ensuring your conversations remain private and controlled according to your preferences.