Can you delete messages on WhatsApp?

Yes, you can delete messages on WhatsApp, but there are certain conditions and limitations to be aware of. Here's how you can delete messages on WhatsApp:

### Steps to Delete Messages:

1. **Open WhatsApp**: Launch the WhatsApp app on your smartphone.

2. **Go to the Chat**: Navigate to the chat where the message you want to delete is located.

3. **Long-press on the Message**: Press and hold the message you want to delete. This will highlight the message and reveal additional options.

4. **Select "Delete"**: Tap on the delete icon (trash can icon) or the delete option from the menu that appears.

5. **Choose "Delete for Me"**: WhatsApp will display options to delete the message for yourself or for everyone. Select "Delete for Me" if you want to remove the message only from your device.

6. **Confirmation**: Confirm the action by tapping on "Delete" again.

### Conditions and Limitations:

- **Time Limit for Deleting Messages for Everyone**: You can only delete messages for everyone within a specific time frame after sending them. As of my last update, this time frame is about 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds (4096 seconds). After this period elapses, you can no longer delete messages for everyone.

- **Both Sender and Recipient Must Have the Latest Version**: To successfully delete a message for everyone, both you and the recipient(s) must have the latest version of WhatsApp installed on your devices.

- **Internet Connection**: You and the recipient(s) must be connected to the internet for the message deletion to take effect.

- **No Guarantees**: While WhatsApp attempts to delete the message for everyone, there is no guarantee that it will be successful. If the deletion is unsuccessful, you'll be notified within the chat.

### Conclusion:

WhatsApp allows you to delete messages for yourself within a chat, removing them from your device. However, if you want to delete messages for everyone, you must do so within a specific time frame after sending them and meet certain conditions. By understanding these limitations and following the steps outlined above, you can effectively manage and delete messages on WhatsApp.