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Can You Delete Messenger Messages from Both Sides After 10 Minutes?

Learn why you can't delete Messenger messages from both sides after 10 minutes and how to manage old conversations effectively.

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Unfortunately, messages on Messenger cannot be deleted from both sides after 10 minutes. You can only delete them from your chat. To manage old messages, consider politely asking the other person to delete them as well.

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  1. Can you delete Messenger messages from both sides after 10 minutes?

    No, Messenger does not allow you to delete messages from both sides after 10 minutes. You can only delete messages from your own chat view.

  2. How can I manage old messages on Messenger if I can't delete them from both sides?

    You can ask the other person politely to delete the messages on their side or clear your own chat to remove them from your view.

  3. Is there any way to permanently remove a message on Messenger once sent?

    You can remove a message from both sides only within the first 10 minutes after sending. After that, it's no longer possible to delete it from the recipient’s chat.

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