Chat apps

How to Send a Blank Message

To send a blank message, copy the invisible character below, paste it into the message box and hit send. Most chat apps block empty messages and plain spaces, but they accept this character because it counts as a letter.

WhatsApp
U+3164 · Hangul Filler
SMS / iMessage
U+3164 · Hangul Filler
Messenger
U+3164 · Hangul Filler
Snapchat
U+2800 · Braille Pattern Blank
Backup:

Runs in your browser. Nothing you type is saved or sent.

Steps

  1. Copy the blank character

    Tap the button for your app.

  2. Open the chat

    Go to the person or group.

  3. Paste

    Long-press the message box and choose Paste. The send button turns on even though the box looks empty.

  4. Send

    The other person sees an empty message.

Blank message on WhatsApp

WhatsApp trims spaces, so a message of spaces won't send. Hangul Filler is a letter to WhatsApp, so it sends as an empty bubble.

Empty message in SMS and Messenger

SMS apps and Messenger usually accept the same character. Some SMS apps strip it; if that happens, use the backup.

Why apps block empty messages

Chat apps run trim() on what you type and block the send button if nothing is left. Hangul Filler isn't removed by trim(), so the message counts as text.

Blank messages in group chats

The same character works in groups. You can also make a group look nameless: open group info, tap the name, clear it and paste the character.

Not working?

  1. Send button stays grey

    The paste didn't happen. Copy again with the button.

  2. The app removes it

    Use Braille Pattern Blank (U+2800).

Frequently asked questions

Can I send an invisible message on Snapchat?

Usually yes with U+2800. Snapchat changes its filters often, so test it.

What does the other person see?

An empty message with a timestamp.

Can I delete a blank message?

Yes, like any message: long-press it and choose Delete.

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