ByIn today’s digital age, WhatsApp has become the most-used messaging platform in the world. But sometimes we want to read someone’s message, but the sender should not know that we have seen the message. In this article, we will know in detail how to read messages on WhatsApp without the Seen Tick (Blue Tick), and what methods can be used for this.
1. Turn off WhatsApp’s Read Receipts
Read Receipts are the feature that shows a blue tick when you read someone’s message. By turning it off, the other person will not know that you have read their message.
Disable it like this:
1. Open WhatsApp.
2. Click on the three dots at the top right and go to Settings.
3. Now go to Privacy > Read Receipts.
4. Toggle Off.
> Note: When you turn off Read Receipts, you will not be able to see when the message you sent was seen.
2. Read messages from the notification panel
This is the easiest and fastest way. When you receive a message, it appears in your notification panel. You can read the full message from there.
Benefits:
No Seen Tick
Can be read immediately
Get information without opening the app
Note:
If the message is large, the full text will not be visible. In such a situation, use other solutions.
3. Use Airplane Mode
Opening WhatsApp by turning on Airplane Mode is an old but effective method.
Step-by-step process:
1. After receiving a new message, turn off the internet connection (both Wi-Fi and Mobile Data) or turn on Airplane Mode.
2. Open WhatsApp and read the message.
3. Now force-stop the app:
Settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Force Stop
4. Now turn off Airplane Mode.
> By doing this, WhatsApp does not know that you have read the message, so the blue tick does not appear.
4. Use WhatsApp Widget (Android)
If you are an Android user, then WhatsApp’s widget is a very useful tool.
How to use:
1. Long-press on the home screen and select the Widgets option.
2. Drag the 4×2 widget of WhatsApp and place it on the home screen.
3. Now, as soon as a new message arrives, it will appear in the widget without opening the app.
> You can easily read the entire message, and the sender will not even know.
5. Use Incognito Mode with WhatsApp Web
If you use WhatsApp Web on a laptop or computer, then log in to Incognito Mode.
Method:
1. Open the Incognito Window of your browser.
2. Go to [web.whatsapp.com](https://web.whatsapp.com) and scan the QR code.
3. Read the message but close the tab without replying or clicking.
> The blue tick will not go away until you click the chat.
6. Beware of third-party apps
Some apps claim that they will help you read WhatsApp messages secretly. But most of these apps:
Put your privacy at risk
Can bring malware or a virus to the mobile
WhatsApp account can be banned
> We do not recommend you use any third-party app.
7. Activate Pop-Up Notification (in some older Android versions)
If you are using Android 9 or older versions, then you can use Pop-Up Notification.
How to set:
1. Go to WhatsApp > Settings > Notifications
2. Set Pop-Up Notification to Always Show
This will show every message in a pop-up window, and you will be able to read it without opening WhatsApp.
8. Notification Center Trick for iPhone Users
iPhone users can also read messages from the Notification Center.
Tips:
Go to Settings > Notifications > WhatsApp on your iPhone and turn on Allow Notifications
View Notifications on Lock Screen and scroll to read the full message
> This method is quite safe on iPhone and no blue ticks are lost.
Conclusion
In this article, we told how you can read WhatsApp messages without telling the sender. Whether you use Android or iPhone, with the above methods, you can easily read any message while maintaining your privacy. Keep in mind that it is better to stay away from third-party apps. By understanding the settings and smart tricks of WhatsApp, you can always stay one step ahead.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): How to read WhatsApp messages without telling
1. Does turning off Read Receipts prevent the blue tick from coming?
Yes, if you turn off Read Receipts, the other person will not know that you have read their message. But note that this will also prevent you from seeing the Read Status of others.
2. Is it safe to read messages from the notification panel?
Reading messages from the notification panel is completely safe, and this does not let WhatsApp know that you have read the message.
3. Why is it necessary to Force Stop the app after reading a message from Airplane Mode?
Because if you do not Force Stop WhatsApp before turning off Airplane Mode, WhatsApp will send a blue tick to the sender as soon as it gets an internet connection.
4. Does WhatsApp Widget work on all phones?
No, WhatsApp Widget is available only on Android devices and does not work the same in all custom UIs (such as MIUI, ColorOS).
5. Does WhatsApp Widget come with an iPhone?
No, iPhone does not have a WhatsApp Widget, but you can read messages without opening them through Notification Center.
6. Can messages be read without telling from WhatsApp Web?
Yes, but for this, it is necessary that you log in Incognito Mode and do not click on the chat.
7. Is it okay to read WhatsApp messages secretly with a third-party app?
Not. Third-party apps can put your privacy and device security at risk. So stay away from them.
8. Will these tricks not work with the new WhatsApp update?
Some tricks may be limited with future updates, but tricks like reading notifications, Airplane Mode, and turning off Read Receipts always work.
9. Can WhatsApp block these tricks?
WhatsApp doesn’t technically block these tricks as all these methods are based on the phone’s system-level settings and user behaviour.
