How delete an already sent mail

Unfortunately, once an email is sent, it's difficult to delete it from the recipient's inbox. However, there are a few scenarios where you might be able to delete or recall an already sent email:

Scenario 1: Unsent emails

If you haven't sent the email yet, you can still delete it from your outbox or draft folder. Here's how:

• In Gmail: Go to the "Sent" or "Drafts" folder, select the email, and click the "Trash" button.
• In Outlook: Go to the "Sent Items" or "Drafts" folder, select the email, and press the "Delete" key or right-click and select "Delete".

Scenario 2: Sent emails with a recall feature

Some email providers, like Microsoft Outlook, offer a recall feature that allows you to retract an email from the recipient's inbox. Here's how:

• In Outlook: Go to the "Sent Items" folder, select the email, and click the "Recall This Message" button. This will send a new email to the recipient asking them to recall the original message.

Scenario 3: Sent emails with a "Delete" button

Some email providers, like Gmail, offer a "Delete" button next to the "Sent" label. This button allows you to delete the email from your own inbox, but it won't delete it from the recipient's inbox.

Scenario 4: Third-party email management tools

There are third-party email management tools, like Sanebox or Boomerang, that offer features to help you manage your sent emails. These tools might allow you to delete or recall sent emails, but they often require a subscription and may have limitations.

Important note

Keep in mind that once an email is sent, it's out of your control, and there's no guarantee that the recipient will delete it. Additionally, some email providers may not allow you to delete or recall sent emails, so it's always a good idea to double-check your email provider's policies before attempting to delete a sent email.