Android users will now benefit from Google Messages' new modesty-preserving feature in an upcoming update.
Google Messages Introduces 'Delete for Everyone' Feature for Android Users
Google Messages, the default messaging app for Android devices, has rolled out a new feature that allows users to remove sent messages from all devices, including the recipient's device. This feature, known as 'Delete for everyone', is available for RCS messages.
The 'Delete for everyone' option works by tapping and holding a message, then selecting the trash can icon at the top of the screen. Once selected, the message is deleted from all participants’ devices in the chat, and it is replaced with a notice like “Message deleted.” This feature is applicable in both one-on-one and group conversations, but it requires that all users have RCS activated and the latest Google Messages app version.
It's important to note that the 'Delete for everyone' option does not prevent recipients from reading the message before deletion or capturing it via screenshots. Furthermore, if recipients do not have RCS or an updated app, the message may not be deleted from their device.
This feature is a significant addition aimed at reducing embarrassment or errors in text communication on Android. It is similar to functionality long available in apps like WhatsApp or Telegram. The 'Delete for everyone' option was initially available to Google Messages beta testers since May and began rolling out widely by mid-2025.
Users can also choose to copy or star a message instead of deleting it. However, it's always advisable to exercise caution to avoid making mistakes in the first place.
This feature applies specifically to sent RCS messages and is not available for traditional SMS/MMS texts because those protocols do not support remote deletion. The feature was first spotted in the app's code in February, as reported by Android Authority.
[1] Android Authority [2] 9to5Google [3] XDA Developers [4] TechCrunch [5] The Verge
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