How to Hide the Second Tick (Delivered) in GB WhatsApp
In WhatsApp, one grey tick means a message was sent, two grey ticks mean it was delivered to your phone, and two blue ticks mean you read it. Most people know how to hide blue ticks, but the second grey tick still tells the sender your phone is on and connected. GB WhatsApp lets you hide that too.
This guide explains what hiding the second tick does, how to turn it on, and the side effects you should be aware of.
Understanding WhatsApp Ticks
| Ticks | Meaning |
|---|---|
| One grey tick | Sent to WhatsApp’s servers |
| Two grey ticks | Delivered to the recipient’s phone |
| Two blue ticks | Read by the recipient |
When you hide the second tick, senders keep seeing only one grey tick, even after the message has reached your phone.
Why Hide the Second Tick?
- You don’t want people to know your phone is on.
- You want to avoid “I know you got my message” pressure.
- You’re taking a break but still want to receive messages quietly.
- You want stronger privacy than hiding blue ticks alone.
How to Hide the Second Tick
- Open GB WhatsApp.
- Tap the three-dot menu, then GB Settings.
- Open Privacy and Security.
- Turn on Hide second tick. Some builds call it Hide delivery reports or Hide double tick.
- Choose whether it applies to contacts, groups or both if your build offers the choice.
- Restart the app if asked.
When Does the Second Tick Appear?
In most builds, the delivery confirmation is held back until you reply to the chat. When you reply, the sender’s earlier messages may update to delivered or read. This lets you stay quiet until you’re ready to respond.
Combine With Other Privacy Settings
Hiding the second tick works best alongside:
Or turn on Ghost Mode and add the second tick option to it if your build allows.
Side Effects to Know
| Side effect | Why it happens |
|---|---|
| People think you blocked them | One tick for a long time can look like a block |
| Senders worry your phone is off | They can’t see delivery |
| Group messages may show as undelivered | Senders see only one tick from you |
| Some builds delay notifications | Delivery handling changes in the app |
If someone you care about thinks you’ve blocked them, consider turning the option off for contacts and keeping it for groups only.
Does It Affect Message Delivery?
No. Messages still reach your phone normally and you can read them right away. Only the confirmation sent back to the sender is held. If you notice delayed notifications after turning it on, check battery settings and set GB WhatsApp to Unrestricted.
Hide Second Tick Not Working?
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Sender still sees two ticks | Restart the app after enabling the option |
| Option missing | Update to the latest GB WhatsApp build |
| Works in chats but not groups | Turn it on for groups as well |
| Notifications delayed | Set battery use to Unrestricted |
Update using our GB WhatsApp update guide if the option is missing.
Is It Safe for Your Account?
Hiding delivery reports only changes what your app sends back. It doesn’t add extra ban risk beyond using GB WhatsApp. Keep the app updated and avoid spam-like behavior to stay safe.
Recommended Combinations
| Goal | Settings to use |
|---|---|
| Read quietly, reply later | Hide blue ticks + hide typing |
| Look completely offline | Hide second tick + hide online status + freeze last seen |
| Avoid looking like you blocked someone | Keep second tick visible for contacts, hide it for groups |
| Short break from everyone | DND mode instead |
Second Tick vs DND Mode
Both make senders see one grey tick, but they work differently. With the second tick hidden, messages still arrive and you can read them. With DND mode, messages don’t arrive at all until you turn it off. Hide the second tick when you want to keep reading quietly. Use DND when you want a real break.
Let Close Contacts Know
If you hide the second tick for a long time, family members may worry when messages never show as delivered. A quick note such as “my messages might show one tick, I’m fine” can prevent unnecessary panic.
Group Chats and the Second Tick
In groups, message info shows which members received and read a message. With the second tick hidden for groups, you won’t appear in the delivered list until you reply. Admins who check message info may notice. If that matters, keep the option on for contacts only.
After Updating GB WhatsApp
Privacy settings sometimes reset after an update. Check Privacy and Security after installing a new version and turn the option back on if needed. See our update guide.
Conclusion
Hiding the second tick gives you the strongest level of read-status privacy in GB WhatsApp. Senders won’t know a message reached your phone until you reply. Use it with care, since a single grey tick can look like a block, and combine it with other privacy settings for full control. See all options in our GB WhatsApp privacy settings guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Senders only see one grey tick, so they can’t tell your phone received their message.
In GB Settings, Privacy and Security, often called Hide second tick or Hide delivery reports.
They might, because one grey tick for a long time can look like a block.
Yes. Messages arrive as usual. Only the delivery confirmation to the sender is held back.
In most builds, when you reply to the chat.