Wechat-Recall-Message

Why a “recall” message on WeChat throws people off (and why you should care) If you’ve been in China for a while or are packing your suitcase right now, here’s something that’ll sound familiar: someone in your WeChat chat group sends a message, then — poof — they “recall” it. That little notice, the “This message was recalled” line, makes people suspicious, curious, or flat-out annoyed. For United States people and students using WeChat as the main lifeline for daily logistics, school groups, roommates, and work contacts, recalled messages are more than a nuisance. They can interrupt a plan, hide important corrections, or cause awkward social friction. ...