Video: Here’s how to unsend things on Facebook Messenger

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We’ve all done something stupid on Facebook Messenger. Whether it’s sending a message we immediately regretted, or just firing a juicy meme to your grandma by mistake – it’s happened to us all.

But, did you know you can delete things you’ve sent on Facebook Messenger?

Well, you’re in luck – we’ve created a video showing you how to unsend messages on Messenger. Missed it? Scroll up to the top of the page, and let the sweet thrill of moving pictures wash over you.

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If a video version of the piece isn’t what you’re after, we also wrote a full text version here.

To be honest though, it’s pretty simple: hold down on a message until a “remove” option appears, then click that. Boom, victory is yours!

One thing that’s important to note is you can only remove these messages up to 10 minutes after posting. If you wake up after a heavy night and realize you sent your ex something stupid, there’s nothing you can do but apologize.

Be careful out there, folks.

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Callum Booth is a freelance journalist with over a decade of experience. Previously, he was the Managing Editor of TNW, where his reporting (show all) Callum Booth is a freelance journalist with over a decade of experience. Previously, he was the Managing Editor of TNW, where his reporting was cited widely, including in VICE, the FT, and the BBC. Callum’s writing has appeared in The Verge, The Daily Telegraph, Time Out, and many more. He covers the full spectrum of technology, with a particular focus on how it shapes our daily lives. And a lot of regulation stuff too. Outside of work, Callum’s an avid bookworm, a Fisherman’s Friends addict, and resolutely unshaven. Follow him on Twitter @CallumBooth or visit www.callumbooth.net.