Instagram is a popular social media platform that allows users to connect and communicate with each other. However, there may be times when you want to delete messages that you have sent or received. In this article, we will guide you on how to delete Instagram messages.
Deleting Individual Messages
If you want to delete an individual message on Instagram, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app on your device.
- Go to your inbox by tapping on the paper plane icon at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select the conversation that contains the message you want to delete.
- Find the specific message you want to delete and press and hold on it.
- A menu will appear with options, select “Delete” to remove the message.
- Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete” again when prompted.
Deleting Entire Conversations
If you want to delete an entire conversation on Instagram, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app on your device.
- Go to your inbox by tapping on the paper plane icon at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select the conversation you want to delete.
- Tap on the information icon (i) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap on “Delete Conversation”.
- Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete” when prompted.
Deleting Messages on Web
If you prefer to use Instagram on the web, you can also delete messages by following these steps:
- Go to the Instagram website and log in to your account.
- Click on the paper plane icon at the top right corner of the screen to access your inbox.
- Select the conversation containing the message you want to delete.
- Find the specific message and hover your cursor over it.
- Click on the three dots that appear on the right side of the message.
- From the options, select “Delete” to remove the message.
- Confirm the deletion by clicking “Delete” again when prompted.
FAQs
Can I recover deleted Instagram messages?
No, once you delete Instagram messages, they cannot be recovered. Make sure to think carefully before deleting any messages.
Can I delete messages on Instagram Direct without opening them?
No, you need to open the conversation and select the specific message to delete it. There is no option to delete messages without opening them.
Can I delete messages from both sides on Instagram?
No, you can only delete messages from your side of the conversation. The other person will still be able to see the messages unless they also delete them.
Is there a limit to the number of messages I can delete at once?
No, you can delete as many messages as you want at once. However, if you have a large number of messages, it may take some time to delete them all.
Will the other person be notified if I delete a message on Instagram?
No, the other person will not be notified if you delete a message on Instagram. The message will simply be removed from the conversation.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Allows you to remove unwanted or sensitive messages | Deleted messages cannot be recovered |
| Keeps your inbox organized | Cannot delete messages from both sides of the conversation |
| Easy to follow steps for deletion | Need to open the conversation to delete messages |
