How To Use WhatsApp View Once for Sending Media on Android, and iOS
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature named 'View Once' that allows users to send photos and videos which are retained on the phone of the recipient only for a single view. Once the recipient views the photo or video, the message will automatically disappear. Photos and videos will also not be saved on the recipient's mobile. This feature is compatible with both iOS and Android devices.
The 'View Once' feature will also not allow the user to view the photos or videos that are sent to the recipient. Apart from this, the feature restricts both sender and receiver to save, share, or forward photos or videos. The photos and videos which are shared through this feature will expire within 14 days after sending. This means the recipient should view photos and videos on or before 14 days of receiving the message. So, this feature is similar to that of a disappearing message.
Steps to Use WhatsApp View Once Feature on iOS and Android?
The following are steps which will guide you to use the "View Once" feature on WhatsApp:
- Open WhatsApp.
- Choose the contact to whom you want to send the video or photo using the "View Once" feature.
- Tap on the "Camera" button.
- Select media from your mobile's gallery. You can also click a photo or record a video using the WhatsApp camera.
- Once you select the media, you will be able to see an icon similar to the disappearing message on the left side of the "Send" button.
- Click on the "View Once" icon.
- Finally, click on the "Send" button.
Once you have sent the message using the "View Once" feature, you yourself won't be able to see the particular message in the chat section. If the recipient opens the message, the message will automatically disappear and a new message wrote "Opened" will pop up in the chat section.
Disadvantages of View Once Feature of WhatsApp
It is always advisable to send media through View Once feature of WhatsApp to trusted people. This is because anyone can
- Take a video or photo of the media which is sent through this feature immediately after opening the message.
- Take a screenshot of the photo or video after opening. Moreover, the sender will not get any notification from WhatsApp if the receiver takes a screenshot of that specific message.
- WhatsApp stores the encrypted message for a few weeks on its server once it has been sent.
The user can also report the view once message. In such case, the photos or videos will be sent to WhatsApp for taking necessary action against the user's account.
FAQs on Use WhatsApp View Once on Smartphones
- What is WhatsApp View Once feature?
WhatsApp View Once feature allows you to send photos or videos that can only be viewed once by the recipient before disappearing.
- How to send a View Once photo or video on WhatsApp?
To send a View Once photo or video on WhatsApp, open a chat, tap the camera icon, select the photo or video, and choose the '1' icon for View Once.
- Can the recipient save View Once media on WhatsApp?
No, the recipient cannot save View Once media on WhatsApp. It disappears after being viewed once, and they cannot download or forward it.
- How to know if a photo or video is View Once on WhatsApp?
You will see a '1' icon on the media preview indicating that it is a View Once photo or video on WhatsApp.
- Is the View Once feature available on WhatsApp for Android and iOS?
Yes, the View Once feature is available on WhatsApp for both Android and iOS devices.
- Can I set a timer for how long a View Once photo or video is visible?
No, you cannot set a timer for how long a View Once photo or video is visible on WhatsApp. It will disappear after being viewed once.
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