How to unsend a mail from gmail

Unfortunately, Gmail does not have a built-in feature to "unsend" an email once it's been sent. However, there are a few workarounds you can try:

Method 1: Use the "Undo Send" feature (only available for a short period)

Gmail offers an "Undo Send" feature that allows you to retract an email for a short period after sending it. To use this feature:

  1. Enable the "Undo Send" feature in your Gmail settings:
    • Go to Gmail settings (gear icon) > See all settings.
    • Scroll down to the "General" tab.
    • Look for the "Undo Send" option and toggle it on.
  2. Send an email as you normally would.
  3. Within a few seconds (the exact time frame depends on your account settings), click on the "Undo" button that appears at the top of the page.

Method 2: Use a third-party add-on or extension

There are several third-party add-ons and extensions available that claim to allow you to "unsend" emails in Gmail. Some popular options include:

  1. Boomerang: A popular add-on that allows you to recall emails, as well as schedule emails to send later.
  2. Send Later: An extension that allows you to schedule emails to send later, as well as recall them if needed.
  3. Undo Send: A Chrome extension that allows you to recall emails for a short period after sending them.

Please note that these add-ons and extensions may have limitations and may not work in all cases.

Method 3: Contact the recipient and ask them to delete the email

If you've sent an email and realize it was a mistake, you can try contacting the recipient and asking them to delete the email. This is not a foolproof method, as the recipient may not respond or may not be able to delete the email.

Method 4: Use a "take-back" service

There are a few services that claim to allow you to "unsend" emails, such as Email Retraction or Unsend Email. These services work by intercepting your email and holding it for a short period before sending it to the recipient. If you change your mind, you can cancel the email and it will not be sent.

Please note that these services may have limitations and may not work in all cases.

In summary, while there are no foolproof ways to "unsend" an email in Gmail, you can try using the "Undo Send" feature, third-party add-ons or extensions, or contacting the recipient and asking them to delete the email.