Can I delete a message I send before the other person reads it?

I would like to be able to delete my message after it is delivered but before the other person has read it.

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 16, 2023 06:40 PM

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Posted on Aug 16, 2023 07:08 PM

You can unsend the message within 2 minutes, but they can still see the message when it shows on the Lock Screen before you unsend it and it will not be marked as Read until they tap on it.


They will also be notified that you unsent a message. More information can be found here:

Unsend and edit messages on iPhone - Apple Support

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Aug 16, 2023 07:08 PM in response to Maddhadit

You can unsend the message within 2 minutes, but they can still see the message when it shows on the Lock Screen before you unsend it and it will not be marked as Read until they tap on it.


They will also be notified that you unsent a message. More information can be found here:

Unsend and edit messages on iPhone - Apple Support

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