Want to read WhatsApp messages without showing the blue ticks or "online" status? There are **legit tricks** to stay hidden while still reading chats. These tips work on both Android and iOS devices. 👀📱
1. 🔕 Turn Off Read Receipts
This disables blue ticks for others, but you also won’t see theirs.
Steps:- Open WhatsApp → Settings
- Go to Privacy → Turn off Read Receipts
2. ✈️ Use Airplane Mode Trick
This lets you read a message without triggering blue ticks.
Steps:- Turn on Airplane Mode
- Open WhatsApp → Read the message
- Close WhatsApp completely
- Turn Airplane Mode off
3. 🖥️ Use Notification Preview
Messages appear in your notification bar — no need to open the app.
- Android: Long-press message in notification
- iPhone: Swipe down or long-press on lock screen
Works best for short messages.
4. 📤 Reply from Notifications
On Android and iOS, you can reply directly from notifications — without opening the chat.
This keeps your “last seen” and read status hidden.
5. 🧍♂️ Hide Last Seen & Online Status
WhatsApp now lets you choose who can see your activity.
Steps:- Go to Settings → Privacy → Last Seen & Online
- Set to “Nobody” or “My contacts except…”
💡 Bonus: Use WhatsApp Web in Incognito
If you use WhatsApp Web in Incognito mode and don’t click the chat, you can preview messages in the sidebar without triggering read receipts.
These privacy tricks don’t require third-party apps or hacks. They're built into WhatsApp or your phone’s system. Use them smartly to stay private — no spying, no blue ticks! 🔒📲