WhatsApp: How to Turn Off Read Receipts

Users can stop contacts from knowing they've seen their messages

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WhatsApp allows users to turn off read receipts in order to prevent other users from being able to see when they’ve read their messages.

Our guide will show you how to turn off read receipts in the WhatsApp mobile application.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the WhatsApp app on iOS.

Step 1: Tap “Settings” in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

Screenshot of WhatsApp's bottom navigation menu with a red arrow pointing at "Settings" in the bottom-right corner of the screen

Step 2: Tap “Privacy.”

Screenshot of WhatsApp's "Settings" menu with a red arrow pointing at "Privacy"

Step 3: Tap the green toggle to the right of “Read Receipts” to turn read receipts off.

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