What happens if you delete a message in WhatsApp with one checkmark - briefly?
If you delete a message in WhatsApp that has only one checkmark, it means the recipient has not yet received or read the message. Deleting such a message will simply remove it from your sent messages list without affecting the recipient's device.
What happens if you delete a message in WhatsApp with one checkmark - in detail?
When you delete a message in WhatsApp that has only been delivered (indicated by one checkmark), several things occur behind the scenes. Firstly, the message is removed from your device and the recipient's device. However, it is important to note that deleting a message does not guarantee its complete removal from all systems involved.
The message status indicators in WhatsApp provide crucial information about the delivery process: one checkmark signifies that the message has been sent but not yet delivered; two checkmarks indicate successful delivery. When you delete a message with only one checkmark, it means the recipient has not yet received or viewed the content.
Upon deletion, WhatsApp attempts to remove the message from its servers as well. This process is generally swift but not instantaneous. There may be a short window during which the message can still be retrieved by forensic tools or through legal means if necessary. It's also worth mentioning that recipients will not receive a notification indicating that a message has been deleted, and they won't see any evidence of the message unless they were actively viewing their chat at the moment of deletion.
In summary, while deleting a WhatsApp message with one checkmark effectively removes it from both sender and recipient devices, complete eradication from all systems is not guaranteed immediately. The process involves multiple stages and may leave temporary traces that could be accessed under specific circumstances.