Telegram is a popular messaging app that allows users to easily communicate with each other. One of the key features of Telegram is the ability to delete messages and media that you have sent or received. Here is a detailed guide on how to remove messages and media from Telegram chats.
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Delete Messages You Have Sent
If you have sent a message to someone that you want to delete, Telegram makes it easy to remove it. Here are the steps:
- Open the Telegram chat where you sent the message.
- Long press on the message you want to delete. A menu will appear.
- Tap on the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
- Tap “Delete” to confirm deleting the message.
The message will now be removed from both your chat screen and the recipient’s chat screen.
You can also delete multiple messages at once by selecting them before tapping the trash can icon.
Delete Whole Conversations
To delete an entire chat conversation with someone:
- In Telegram, tap on the chat to open it.
- Tap on the name/profile picture of the person at the top of the screen.
- Tap on the trash can icon at the top right.
- Confirm that you want to delete the chat.
This will erase the entire chat history between you and that person.
Delete Media Files
To remove a media file like a photo or video from a Telegram chat:
- Open the Telegram chat.
- Long press on the media file you want to delete.
- Tap “Delete”.
The media file will be removed.
You can also tap the trash can icon at the top of the chat screen to delete multiple media files at once.
Clear Cache to Free Up Space
Telegram can take up storage space on your device by caching media files. Here is how to clear the Telegram cache:
- Open Telegram Settings.
- Go to Data and Storage > Storage Usage.
- Tap “Clear Cache” to delete cached media files.
This will free up storage space on your device.
Delete Account to Erase All Messages
If you want to permanently erase all Telegram messages and data, you can delete your entire Telegram account:
- Open Telegram Settings.
- Go to Privacy and Security > Delete My Account.
- Select a reason for deleting your account.
- Enter your phone number to confirm.
Once confirmed, your account and all associated messages will be erased from Telegram’s servers. This action is permanent.
Conclusion
Telegram makes it easy to remove messages, media files, cached data, and even your entire account if you need to delete your Telegram data. With the steps outlined in this guide, you can effectively manage and delete Telegram messages and media as needed. Just be aware that deleting certain data like conversations and accounts is permanent, so proceed carefully.
