WhatsApp is packed with features most people never discover. Here are the best hidden tricks to get more out of the app in 2026.
Hidden Features Worth Trying
- Pin chats to keep important conversations at the top.
- Star messages to bookmark them for later.
- Reply privately to a group message in a one-on-one chat.
- Disappearing messages that auto-delete after a set time.
- View once photos and videos that vanish after opening.
Tip: Long-press any message to reveal star, reply, forward and info options.
Edit and Delete Messages
You can edit a sent message within 15 minutes, or delete it for everyone within a longer window. Long-press the message to find these options.
FAQ
How long can I edit a message?
You have 15 minutes after sending to edit a message.
What does View Once mean?
The photo or video can be opened only one time, then it disappears automatically.
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