How to Delete Old Messenger Conversations Easily
Learn how to quickly delete old Messenger conversations on mobile and desktop with this simple guide.
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Yes, you can delete old Messenger conversations. On mobile, press and hold the conversation, then tap ‘Delete’. On desktop, hover over the chat, click on the three dots, and select ‘Delete’. Note that this action removes the conversation only from your side. To delete a conversation for everyone in a Messenger group, you’ll need to ‘Unsend’ messages individually. Be aware, deleted chats cannot be recovered, so ensure you’ve saved important information elsewhere before proceeding.
FAQs & Answers
- How do I delete a Messenger conversation on mobile? To delete a Messenger conversation on mobile, press and hold the conversation you want to delete, then tap 'Delete' from the options that appear.
- Can I delete Messenger conversations on desktop? Yes, on desktop, you can delete Messenger conversations by hovering over the chat, clicking on the three dots that appear, and selecting 'Delete'.
- What happens when I delete a Messenger conversation? When you delete a Messenger conversation, it is removed from your side only. Others in the conversation will still have access unless you 'Unsending' messages individually.
- Can I recover deleted Messenger conversations? No, once you delete a Messenger conversation, it cannot be recovered, so be sure to save any important information beforehand.