Delete function content
WhatsApp's delete for everyone feature allows users to delete messages sent in both individual and group chats. After deleting a message, the recipient will see a deleted message notice. However, there are still ways to prevent someone from knowing that you have deleted a message.
Disable read receipt
- Go to WhatsApp settings
- Select "Account"
- Go to “Privacy”
- Disable the “Read receipts” option
Doing this will disable blue checkmarks and read receipts. Note that this option will also prevent you from seeing blue checkmarks on messages you send to others.
Connect your phone to a stable Wi-Fi network
It is important that your phone is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network when performing these tricks. This will ensure that changes are made correctly on both sides of the conversation and that your interlocutors cannot see your deleted messages.
Delete messages within the appropriate period of time
WhatsApp allows you to delete messages within 1 hour, 8 minutes and 16 seconds after they have been sent. If you try to delete a message outside of this time period, it will not be possible to do so.
In case you want to delete the message before anyone has read it, it is essential to act quickly. This way, you will decrease the chances of the recipient seeing the content of the message.
Delete message without notification
You can delete the message without presenting a “deleted message” notification by following these steps:
- Open the chat and long press the message you want to delete
- Select the “Delete” option
- Select “Delete only for me” instead of “Delete for everyone”
- Delete the conversation on your device
This will only delete the message on your device and prevent the recipient from seeing a deleted message notification.
Third party apps to delete messages
Some third-party apps can also help you delete WhatsApp messages without anyone knowing. Apps like GBWhatsApp, FMWhatsApp or WhatsApp Plus have more functions and customization options than the official WhatsApp application. These apps may allow you to delete messages without notification, although they may pose security risks.
Remember that it is always important to use third-party applications at your own risk, as these may present privacy and security problems. Keep your devices updated and protected to avoid complicated situations.
In this article, we have reviewed multiple tricks and techniques on how to delete a message from WhatsApp without anyone knowing. These options will allow you to do it successfully, either by deactivating read receipts, deleting messages within the appropriate period of time, using third-party applications, among others. This way, you will have more control over your conversations on WhatsApp and you will be able to avoid uncomfortable situations.
