Now delete sent messages on Snapchat
What's the story
Snapchat has launched a new feature called "Clear Chats" that allows users to delete sent messages from both individual and group chats.
However, the feature only works for messages that have not been read or opened by the recipient(s) at the time of deletion.
The feature will roll out to all users globally within the next few weeks.
Details
Retract your embarrassing messages
Here's how the feature works: Long-press the sent message you want to delete. It can be in the form of any media including text, audio, photo, video, and sticker.
Tap "Delete" on the pop-up that will appear, and the content in question will be deleted for everyone in the chat.
Please note that recipients will still get notified about a message having been deleted.
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Limitations
However, Snapchat warns users that the feature is not full-proof. It won't necessarily work if the recipient doesn't have an updated version of the app or a proper internet connection. And of course, users can still take screenshots, which render the feature useless.
Context
Get in control of your Snaps
Snapchat is known for spearheading short-lived, ephemeral exchange of content.
Messages get auto-deleted 10 seconds after they're viewed on the app and the now-famous 24-hour temporary "Story" feature which is functional on all major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp was originally launched by Snapchat.
Further, you are alerted on Snapchat if someone chooses to screenshot your Snaps.