How to Delete Telegram Messages from a Specific Date: Step-by-Step Guide

Balasahana Suresh
1. Open the Telegram App

Launch Telegram on your Android or iOS device and navigate to the chat where you want to delete messages.

2. Access Chat Options

  • Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the chat screen.
  • Select Search to look for messages by date.
3. search by Date

  • In the search bar, tap the calendar icon (available in newer Telegram versions).
  • Select the specific date for which you want to delete messages.
4. Select Messages

  • Telegram will display all messages from that date.
  • Tap and hold on the first message, then select other messages you want to delete.
5. Delete Messages

  • Tap the trash/bin icon at the top of the screen.
  • Choose whether to delete for everyone (if in a group or private chat) or delete only for yourself.
  • Confirm your choice.
6. Optional: Use Telegram Desktop

If you have many messages to delete:

  • Open Telegram on desktop.
  • Use the same date search feature and select multiple messages to delete quickly.
 

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