Even though WhatsApp is relatively simple to control, some aspects of how it functions, such as how WhatsApp’s Last Seen status works, might be confusing (especially if you’re new to the network).More features resembling those on Facebook Messenger have been added to WhatsApp after it joined Meta. This post will examine and hide WhatsApp’s Last Seen status to your contacts and other app users and how to keep this information private.
What will you see here?
What is the Last Seen Status?
The Last Seen status on WhatsApp indicates the most recent time the person was active. This includes the last time a user used the app on their smartphone and the last time they replied to someone. When you open a chat with someone on WhatsApp, you will see their Last Seen status above their profile picture.
Contrast the Last Seen functionality with Read Receipts (blue ticks next to messages as they are read) and Online status (shows when the user is online and has the WhatsApp app open in the foreground on their device).
Even though Last Seen isn’t a brand-new feature on WhatsApp, it recently got a revision. Previously, you could make your Last Seen information private to only certain WhatsApp users or everyone. With the upgrade, you can also choose which people see your Last Seen status. It works the same way as preventing specific contacts from seeing your Last Seen information.
How does WhatsApp last seen settings work?
WhatsApp shows your last active status if you are not currently online. If someone opens a chat, they can see the last seen at the top of the profile. Even if you hide your last seen of your contacts, Whatsapp will show your online status if you are online or typing. There is no solution to hiding it. However, you can disable your last seen status, which is explained below how to do it.
How to control WhatsApp’s last-seen status?
Your contacts may see when you last used WhatsApp and whether you are presently logged in using WhatsApp’s “Last Seen” and “Online” status features, respectively.
Here’s a quick guide on how to conceal your status if you wish to remain anonymous.
1) Open WhatsApp on your smartphone.
2) The Settings menu is the same for iOS and Android devices. To access the menu, click the icon with three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the screen.
3) Select Settings from the drop-down menu.
4) Select Account from the Settings menu.
5) Choose Privacy.
6) Finally, choose Last seen under Privacy settings.
7) Choose one of the options in the Last seen window, and then click Done to confirm at the bottom of the screen. Among these choices are:
Everyone: Give everyone access to your Last Seen status.
My Contacts: Limit who can view your Last Seen status to those on your contact list.
My Contacts except Select manually the people who won’t be able to see your Last Seen status.
Nobody: You won’t be able to see anyone else’s Last Seen status if you keep your Last Seen information secret from everyone.
You may always return to the Last Seen area of the privacy settings if you change your mind and wish to make your Last Seen status visible again.
How to read and reply to messages on WhatsApp and still appear offline?
These following handy tricks can be used to read and reply to messages on WhatsApp while offline:
- The first is through the notification panel. The notification pops up in the notification bar while the message is received. Tap on the reply button and send the messages through notification. For iPhone users, move the message to the left from your notifications window, choose to view it, and then respond.
- The second method is to use Airplane Mode. It lets you read the messages while offline. As a result, it shows the last time you were online on WhatsApp was just before you activated Airplane Mode. How to use Airplane Mode is further explained below.
How to hide your last seen using Airplane Mode on WhatsApp
- You can also use Airplane Mode to hide your last seen on WhatsApp. Firstly, you must check that your WhatsApp is upgraded to the latest version.
- Before opening WhatsApp, turn on Airplane Mode, which automatically turns off your data connection.
- After turning on the Airplane Mode, you can now read any messages or replies or send a new text to your contacts.
- Now you can leave the app after this. Clear the recently used tab and turn off the Airplane Mode.
This method helps you send messages without showing your last seen on WhatsApp and your typing status. Even if your last seen is publicly visible, this method doesn’t change your previous last seen.
How To Freeze Last Seen on WhatsApp for One Person?
If you want to hide your last seen status on WhatsApp for only one person, there is a method you can use, which is quite similar to controlling the last seen on WhatsApp in general.
- First, you must go to the setting by clicking the three dots on the top of your screen.
- Click on the setting button.
- Select privacy from the Settings menu.
- Select last seen and online under Privacy settings.
- After selecting the Last seen and online option, go for “My contacts except”.
- Now you can choose the one from whom you want to freeze your last seen.
How to Hide Last Seen Status on WhatsApp on Desktop Computer (Windows PC)?
Earlier, there was no direct method to hide the last seen while using WhatsApp from the web. However, now WhatsApp has included the same setting as the mobile app (which we have discussed above) to hide the last seen. So one has to follow that step to hide one’s last seen.
Can you customize the last seen on WhatsApp?
With the new feature, WhatsApp users can choose which contacts will be able to see their “Last Seen” status. Users can select with whom they wish to share their “Last Seen” information—which displays the user’s most recent active time and date.
How do I know if someone is checking me secretly on WhatsApp?
There is no built-in feature in WhatsApp to see who has viewed my profile. A few programs on the market promise to be able to view who viewed my WhatsApp profile, but alas, none are helpful.
Conclusion
Last seen and online, let you know when your contacts last used WhatsApp and whether they are currently online. If a contact is online, their smartphone has WhatsApp open in the foreground, and they are online. The contact may not have read your message, though.
- Go to settings by clicking the three dots at the top of the right side of the screen. From there, select Account, and then select Privacy.
- You have a choice between Everyone, My contacts, My contacts except, and Nobody.
- Just make your choice based on your needs.
