The feature was announced on December 20 by WhatsApp

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The new feature will help users when they accidentally tap Delete for me instead of Delete for everyone

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However, users will only get a 5-second window after they press the 'delete for me' option intentionally or accidentally

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Once they use the undo option, they can choose if they want to keep the message or delete it for everyone

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The feature is available on iPhone and Android phones

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The feature available to all users

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