WhatsApp does not offer any way to view deleted messageshowever, some workarounds make it possible.

Should You Really See Deleted WhatsApp Messages?

Someone who deletes a message after sending it clearly does not want you to see it.

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Likewise, the sender may have deleted the message because the content was inappropriate.

Since it also keeps track of WhatsApp notifications, it records the messages when they appear on your phone.

That makes it possible for us to view these messages even if the sender has deleted them.

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However, you oughta have this feature enabled on your gear to view WhatsApp deleted messages.

It takes a different approach on Samsung Galaxy phones running One UI than those running standard Android UI.

If you use a Galaxy phone, open theSettingsapp, and go toNotifications> Advanced controls >Notification history.

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If the toggle is turned on, the feature is already enabled.

you’re able to tap the toggle to enable and block the feature.

When enabled, you will see notifications from different apps listed below.

Go to Notifications in Settings App on Android

Go to the WhatsApp notifications and check messages there.

If your phone comes with this feature, check its user manual to find out how to enable it.

Changing WhatsApp’s basic functionality through third-party apps is against Whatsapp’s terms and conditions.

Open Advanced Settings in Notifications Settings on Android

It’s one of thosethings that can get you banned on WhatsApp.

Third-party apps also pose security risks for your account.

The notification history app can only record deleted messages once it has been set up.

Go to Notification History in the Advanced Settings on Android

So, seeing messages that some users have already deleted won’t be possible with this method.

you’re free to choose any app to record deleted messages.

Since you’re free to now view deleted messages, that would no longer be the case.

Enable the Notification History by Turning the Toggle On Next to It on Android

Check out which method best suits your needs, and view deleted messages easily.

Install WAMR App From Google Play Store

Hit Accept Button After Reading the Disclaimer in WAMR App

Enable Notification Access in WAMR App

Click Allow to Enable the Notification Access in Settings App

Tap on the Back Arrow in the Top-Left Corner of Settings App

Tap the Next Arrow After Selecting WhatsApp by Checking the Box Next to it in WAMR App

Tap on Allow Button to Enable Media Content in WAMR App

Tap on Tick Mark to Finish the Setup in WAMR App