How do I delete a chat on WhatsApp - briefly?
To delete a chat on WhatsApp:
- Open the chat you want to delete.
- Tap on the three dots in the top right corner, select "More," and then tap "Delete Chat." Confirm your choice when prompted.
How do I delete a chat on WhatsApp - in detail?
Deleting a chat on WhatsApp can be done through several methods, depending on whether you want to delete the chat from your device or remove it entirely from both your and the recipient's devices. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
Delete a Chat from Your Device
To delete a chat from your device while keeping the messages intact on WhatsApp servers, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Navigate to Chats: Tap on the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the screen to view all your conversations.
- Select the Chat: Find the chat you wish to delete and long-press on it until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
- Delete Option: In the menu, tap on the trash can icon or the 'Delete' option.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to delete the chat. Tap 'Delete' again to confirm.
Delete a Chat Entirely
If you want to delete a chat entirely from both your and the recipient’s devices, you can use the 'Delete for Everyone' feature:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Navigate to Chats: Tap on the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the screen to view all your conversations.
- Select the Chat: Find the chat you wish to delete and open it.
- Access Message Options: In the chat window, tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner to access more options.
- Delete for Everyone: Tap on 'More' > 'Delete Messages'. A list of messages will appear; select the ones you want to delete or tap 'Select All' at the top. Then, tap the trash can icon or 'Delete' in the top menu.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to delete the message(s) for everyone. Tap 'Delete for Everyone' to confirm.
Important Notes:
- Time Limit: The 'Delete for Everyone' feature only works within seven minutes of sending the message. After this time frame, messages can only be deleted from your device and will remain on the recipient’s device.
- Backup: Deleting a chat from your device does not affect WhatsApp backups. To ensure that the chat is completely removed from all devices, you may also want to delete the chat from any backups you have made.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete chats on WhatsApp according to your needs.