The latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android has begun testing a new time limit for deleting sent messages, which is now 2 days and 12 hours. According to website WABetaInformationnew product is available for version 2.22.15.8 applications as part of the Google Play beta testing program.

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The previous time limit for deleting sent messages was 1 hour 8 minutes and 16 seconds, but with the new time limit of 2 days and 12 hours, users will be able to think twice before deciding to delete a message. An important detail is that not all users of the latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android will immediately see the new time limit.

Deleting a message in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android – limitation
time has been increased from just over 1 hour to two days
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In terms of sent messages, WABetaInfo claims that WhatsApp developers are working on a new feature to allow group admins to delete any messages sent by members. It is not yet known when this option will be available.

The beta versions of WhatsApp for iOS and Android are constantly updated with new features and functionality before they go public. Android beta recently added support for 3D avatars in video callsFor example.

How to test the beta version of WhatsApp for Android

For users interested in testing the beta version of WhatsApp for Android, the first step is to sign up for the Google Play beta program. You can easily do this by clicking by this link and then the buttonBECOME A TESTER“, as shown in the image below:

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how the number of places in the program is limited, not all users who click on the above link will see a button to join the Google Play Beta Program. Click on the link often to find out if there are new vacancies. Another important point to be aware of is that beta versions of WhatsApp may not be stable, and as such, they are not recommended for all users of the application.

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Source: WABetaInfo