The mystery of the hidden meaning of the flag in WhatsApp chats: this is how you can activate it and when you should use it

WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging app, with more than 4 billion active users around the world. Its wide acceptance is no coincidence, as it offers a wide variety of functions designed to improve the communication experience.

From text messages to voice and video calls, the platform adapts to your needs. But even with its extensive range of features, There are small details that many users are unaware ofsuch as abbreviations, secret codes and the double blue check.

Recently, some users have been wondering what does the flag icon mean that appears next to messages in chats. A hidden feature that you can use in your conversations. Here we tell you how to activate it and in what situations it is convenient to use it.

What does the flag icon mean in WhatsApp and how to activate it?

It should be noted that this icon appears exclusively in chats where you have activated temporary messages. When you see a flag, it indicates that the text has been marked so as not to be automatically deleted, even if you have the feature turned on.

In other words, messages that have this icon will not be deleted. Now, activating this feature in WhatsApp is a simple process. Here’s how to do it:

1. First of all, make sure you have the temporary messages feature activated. You can do this from the chat settings, just click on the three dots at the top right, then choose Temporary messages and choose the duration you prefer (24 hours, 7 days or 90 days).
2. Once temporary messages are active, touch and hold the message you want to keep until additional options appear at the top of the screen.
3. Tap the flag icon in the top toolbar.
4. Once you’ve flagged a message, it will remain in the chat and won’t be deleted, regardless of your temporary message settings.

It is important to mention that the flag icon is especially useful when you want to make sure that certain relevant information does not get lost in the maelstrom of temporary messages. For example, if someone sends you an address or phone number that you will need later.

When you need to retain key information for future reference or projects, this feature will help you keep those messages accessible in the long term. So, don’t hesitate to use this feature to protect the messages that really matter.

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