Instagram: Here's How to Unsend a Direct Message

Follow our guide to unsend Instagram messages

Have you ever wanted to unsend an Instagram Direct message? Our guide will show you how to do just that.

Please keep in mind that depending on when you choose to unsend a message, the recipient may have already seen it. However, even if this is the case, you still have the ability to unsend a message that has already been seen.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the Instagram application on iOS.

Step 1: Tap the paper airplane icon in the top-right corner of your Instagram home feed.

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