Sending a message, especially an intimate one, to the wrong person can make you feel awkward and embarrassed for a lifetime. However, with Apple’s introduction of a feature in iOS 16, iPadOS 16.1, macOS Ventura, or later, you can now unsend a message for up to two minutes after sending it. In this blog post, we will share how to unsend messages on Apple devices.
How to Unsend a Message on an iPhone
Before we begin, the unsend feature only works on iMessage, so SMS text messages cannot be unsent. The following will let you unsend a message on an iPhone:
- In Messages, tap a conversation.
- Touch and hold the message you want to unsend.
- Tap Undo Send.

The message disappears and a notification that says “You unsent a message” appears. You can unsend an iMessage for up to two minutes after you send it.

Remember: You have two minutes after sending an iMessage to unsend it.
Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Abijita, an independent technology and cybersecurity news publication established in 2017. A specialist in cybersecurity journalism, Bijay covers vulnerability research, malware analysis, enterprise data breaches, digital privacy, and emerging technologies. His work translates complex technical threats into precise, accessible, and actionable intelligence for security professionals and general readers alike. His reporting and investigative coverage are routinely cited and republished across leading technology and security media.



