how to see deleted messages on whatsapp

You can't "see" truly deleted WhatsApp messages, but you can recover them via WhatsApp chat backup restore if the deletion happened after the last backup, or view them on Android phones (version 11+) using Notification History if you had it enabled, as it logs messages even after they are deleted. Third-party apps can also store notifications for deleted messages, but they are not officially supported by WhatsApp and may pose security risks. 

Method 1: Restore from a Chat Backup (Android & iPhone) This method only works if you have a backup from before the message was deleted. 

• Uninstall: WhatsApp from your device.

• Reinstall: WhatsApp from your phone's app store.

• Open: the app and verify your phone number.

• When prompted, tap "Restore" to restore your chat history.

• Once restored, the deleted message should appear in your chat.

Method 2: Using Notification History (Android 11+)

This method allows you to see the content of a deleted message if you received a notification for it. 

• Go to your Android device's Settings. 

• Navigate to Apps & notifications (or similar), then Notifications. 

• Tap on Notification history and make sure the feature is turned on. 

• If a message is sent and then deleted, you can go back to the Notification history to see the deleted message and its content. 

Method 3: Using Third-Party Apps

These apps can capture notifications and display messages that were deleted. 

• How to use: Search your app store for notification log or notification history apps. 

• Caution: These apps are not endorsed by WhatsApp and may have security risks, so use them with caution.