WhatsApp is bringing its biggest update ever; know what the ‘After Reading’ feature is?
- bySudha Saxena
- 06 Jun, 2026
Nowadays, WhatsApp is not only used for text messages, but it is also used for photos, videos, documents and personal information.
WhatsApp constantly releases new updates for its users. These updates are crucial for improving the app experience. Sometimes these updates addres
privacy and security concerns, and sometimes they make chatting easier. Millions of people around the world use this app every day, so any new feature can be useful in many ways. In today's article, we'll provide detailed information about the 'After Reading' feature.
What is the 'After Reading' feature?
This feature will completely change the way we chat . With this feature, users will no longer need to delete messages. As soon as a message is read, it will automatically delete itself. The company is currently working on this feature, and it will be updated for users soon. However, it is believed that it has been initially released only for iOS users.

Where will you find this feature?
Currently, users are given the option of Disappearing Messages on WhatsApp . This includes a timer option, along with an 'After Reading' feature. The only options available are 5 minutes, 1 hour, and 12 hours. If you choose the 1-minute option, the chat will disappear one minute after your message is read.
What will be the benefit of this feature?
Often, we chat with a partner that we don't want to save for long. In such situations, you're worried about deleting the chat. However, if you choose the "After reading" feature, the chat will disappear after just one minute for you to read. This option is better than the "Disappearing" feature, as you don't have to wait 24 hours for the chat to disappear.
Chatting and messaging
Recently, the chatting and messaging features were updated. The option to edit messages was a big hit with users, but the limited time limit has been a source of concern. This is because you can edit a message only 15 minutes after sending it.
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