How to Auto Delete OTPs on Android

Welcome to our friendly guide on how to auto-delete OTPs (One-Time Passwords) on your Android device. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to enable auto-delete for OTPs, as well as provide some handy tips for managing and restoring messages in Google Messages. Let's get started!

In today's digital age, OTPs have become an essential part of our lives. Whether it's for banking transactions, online shopping, or accessing various services, OTPs ensure the security of our accounts and personal information. However, with the increasing number of OTPs we receive on a daily basis, it can be overwhelming to manage and delete them manually.

Fortunately, Google Messages has a built-in feature that allows you to automatically delete OTP messages after a specified period of time. This feature ensures that your inbox remains clutter-free without compromising the security of your accounts. Let's dive into the step-by-step process of enabling auto-delete for OTPs on your Android device.

Step 1: Open Google Messages

To begin, open the Google Messages app on your Android device. You can easily locate the app icon on your home screen or in the app drawer. Once you've found it, tap on the icon to launch the app.

Step 2: Access Message Settings

After opening the Google Messages app, you'll need to access the message settings. To do this, tap on your profile picture located at the top right corner of the screen. This will open a dropdown menu with various options.

Step 3: Enable Message Organization

In the dropdown menu, select "Message settings" to access the settings menu for Google Messages. This menu contains various options to customize your messaging experience.

Step 4: Enable Auto-Deletion of OTPs

Within the Message settings menu, scroll down until you find the option labeled "Message organization." Tap on it to access further options related to organizing your messages.

Look for the setting that allows you to delete existing OTPs after 24 hours. This setting is specifically designed for auto-deletion of OTP messages. Toggle the option ON to enable auto-delete for your OTP messages.

Step 5: Manually Delete Unwanted Messages (Optional)

If you prefer not to enable auto-delete for OTPs or want to remove specific OTP messages manually, Google Messages provides an easy way to do so. Simply tap and hold the message you wish to delete. A menu will appear with various options, such as "Delete" or "Trash." Choose the appropriate option to delete the message.

Step 6: Archive Messages

Google Messages also offers an archive feature for organizing your conversations. Archiving a message removes it from your main inbox but keeps it accessible for future reference. To archive a message, swipe from right to left on it. A menu will appear with the option to "Archive." Tap on it to archive the message.

You can easily undo this action by tapping "Undo" immediately after archiving the message. Additionally, if you want to unarchive multiple messages at once, select them by tapping the checkbox next to each message and then tap "Undo" from the top toolbar.

Step 7: Unarchive Messages

In case you need to retrieve archived messages, Google Messages provides a simple way to unarchive them. Follow these steps:

a) Tap on your profile icon at the top right corner of the screen to open the dropdown menu.

b) From the dropdown menu, select "Archived." This will take you to the archived messages section.

c) Locate the message you want to unarchive and tap on it to open it.

d) Finally, select the Unarchive icon, usually represented by a box with an arrow pointing upwards. The message will be moved back to your main inbox.

Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to auto-delete OTPs on your Android device using Google Messages. This feature helps you keep your messages clutter-free without the need for manual deletion. It ensures that your OTPs are automatically deleted after 24 hours, striking a balance between convenience and security.

While auto-delete is a great feature, it's important to note that there are currently no official ways to restore deleted messages in Google Messages. Therefore, it's essential to exercise caution when deleting messages and ensure you don't delete any important information accidentally.

We hope you found this friendly guide helpful. By following these steps, you can easily manage and organize your OTPs in Google Messages. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy messaging!