Who has not ever sent a message by mistake on WhatsApp? It has happened to all of us, and it is an uncomfortable situation that can generate misunderstandings. Fortunately, WhatsApp has implemented a feature that allows us **delete a WhatsApp message sent by mistake. This feature allows you to delete a message from both your own chat and the other person's chat, as long as you do so within a reasonable amount of time. Below, we explain step by step how you can do it and what considerations you should take into account when using this option. You will never have to worry about a missent message on WhatsApp again.

– Step by step -- How to Delete a WhatsApp Message Sent by Error

• Open WhatsApp on your phone. Go to the conversation where you accidentally sent the message you want to delete.
• Press and hold the message. By long-pressing the message, some options will appear at the top of the screen.
• Tap “Delete” or “Delete for everyone.” Depending on the version of WhatsApp you have, you may see the “Delete” or “Delete for everyone” option. Select the corresponding option.
• Confirm the deletion of the message. Once you've selected "Delete" or "Delete for everyone," WhatsApp will ask you to confirm if you really want to delete the message.
• And that's it! Once the deletion is confirmed, the message will disappear from the conversation on both your phone and the phone of the person you sent the message to by mistake.

FAQ

1. How can I delete a WhatsApp message sent in error?

1. Open WhatsApp on your phone.
2. Go to the conversation where you sent the message by mistake.
3. Touch and hold the message you want to delete.
4. Tap the “Delete” option that appears in the menu.
5. Select "Delete for everyone"

2. How long do I have to delete a message on WhatsApp?

1. You have until about an hour after sending the message to delete it.
2. After this time, you will no longer be able to delete the message for all recipients.

3. Will the recipient know that I deleted a message on WhatsApp?

1. Yes, the recipient will see a message indicating that the message was deleted.
2. They won't be able to see the content of the message, but they will know that you deleted something.

4. Can I delete messages in both individual and group conversations?

1. Yes, you can delete messages in both individual conversations and WhatsApp groups.
2. The procedure is the same for both types of conversations.

5. Can I delete several messages at the same time on WhatsApp?

1. Yes, you can delete multiple messages at the same time on WhatsApp.
2. Press and hold a message, then select the other messages you want to delete and tap the "Delete" option.

6. How can I ensure that messages are deleted for all recipients?

1. When you delete a message, be sure to select the “Delete for everyone” option in the menu that appears.
2. Otherwise, the message will only be deleted from your own conversation.

7. If I delete a message for everyone, can I see it again?

1. No, once you delete a message for everyone, you will no longer be able to view its contents.
2. The message will disappear completely from the conversation.

8. Can I delete voice messages or multimedia files on WhatsApp?

1. Yes, you can delete voice messages, photos, videos, and other multimedia files that you have sent by mistake.
2. The procedure is the same as for deleting text messages.

9. Can I delete WhatsApp messages from my computer?

1. Yes, you can delete WhatsApp messages from the web or desktop version.
2. The procedure is similar to that of the mobile application.

10. Is there a way to schedule automatic deletion of messages on WhatsApp?

1. Currently, WhatsApp does not offer a feature to schedule automatic deletion of messages.
2. You must delete the messages manually by following the steps mentioned previously.

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