Can I delete a message on Messenger for everyone?
Yes, Messenger now allows you to delete messages not only from your chat history but also from the recipient’s chat history. However, you must do this within a specific time frame.
How can I delete a message for everyone?
A To delete a message for everyone on Messenger, simply follow these steps:
Open the Messenger app on your device and log in to your account.
Locate the specific chat where the message you want to delete is located.
Tap and hold the message you wish to delete.
Look for the “Delete” option that appears on the screen.
Choose “Remove for Everyone.”
Is there a time limit for deleting messages on Messenger?
Yes, there is a time limit for deleting messages on Messenger. You have only a limited window of opportunity to remove a message for everyone. After a certain point, you can only delete it from your chat history.
How much time do I have to delete a message for everyone?
Currently, you have only 10 minutes to delete a message for everyone on Messenger. After that timeframe, you can only delete it from your chat history.
Can the recipient still see the deleted message?
If you successfully delete a message for everyone within the given time limit, it will also be removed from the recipient’s chat history. The message will appear as “This message was deleted” in both the sender and recipient’s chat.
Can I delete messages on Messenger for myself only?
Yes, if you want to remove a message solely from your chat history, you have that option as well. This means the recipient will still see the message, but it will be removed from your view.
How do I delete a message on Messenger for myself only?
To delete a message on Messenger for yourself only, follow these steps:
Open the Messenger app on your device and log in to your account.
Locate the specific chat where the message you want to delete is located.
Tap and hold the message you wish to delete.
Select the “Delete” option that appears on the screen.
Choose “Remove for You.”
Deleting messages on Messenger can be incredibly useful, especially when you’ve sent something you didn’t mean to or made an embarrassing typo. Whether you want to remove a message for yourself or for everyone, Messenger provides easy steps to help you out. Remember, however, that there is a time limit, so act quickly if you want to completely eradicate the message from both your and the recipient’s chat history. So, the next time you find yourself in an awkward situation on Messenger, you know exactly how to hit the delete button!