WhatsApp Users Can Now Delete Messages, But Only Within 7 Minutes

The feature will only work if the user and all recipients are using the latest versions of its app

WhatsApp quietly added a long-awaited feature: the ability to delete messages.

However, users better be quick: They only have seven minutes to do it.

The Facebook-owned messaging application said in its frequently asked questions section that messages that are deleted will be replaced with, “This message was deleted,” and it provided the following instructions:

  • Open WhatsApp and go to the chat containing the message you wish to delete.
  • Tap and hold the message.
  • Choose Delete from the menu.
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