How do I delete the WhatsApp Messenger app - briefly?
To delete the WhatsApp Messenger app on your device, follow these steps:
- Android: Long press on the WhatsApp icon, drag it to the top of the screen where it says "Uninstall," and release. Confirm the uninstallation in the pop-up window.
- iOS: Press and hold the WhatsApp app until it starts wiggling. Tap the small "x" that appears on the top left corner of the app icon, then confirm the deletion.
How do I delete the WhatsApp Messenger app - in detail?
To delete the WhatsApp Messenger app from your device, follow these detailed steps:
For Android Devices:
- Locate the App: Find the WhatsApp icon on your home screen or in the app drawer.
- Long Press: Tap and hold the WhatsApp icon until a context menu appears.
- Uninstall Option: In the context menu, select "App info" or directly choose "Uninstall".
- Confirm Deletion: Confirm that you want to uninstall the app by tapping "OK" in the pop-up window.
- Complete Uninstallation: Wait for the process to complete. Once done, WhatsApp will be removed from your device.
For iOS Devices:
- Locate the App: Find the WhatsApp icon on your home screen.
- Long Press: Tap and hold the WhatsApp icon until it starts wiggling.
- Delete Option: Tap the small "x" that appears in the top-left corner of the app icon.
- Confirm Deletion: Confirm that you want to delete WhatsApp by tapping "Delete" in the pop-up window.
- Complete Deletion: Wait for the process to complete. Once done, WhatsApp will be removed from your device.
Additional Considerations:
- Backup Data: Before deleting WhatsApp, consider backing up your chat history if you want to preserve it. This can be done within the app settings.
- Account Deletion: If you also wish to delete your WhatsApp account, you need to do this separately from uninstalling the app. Go to "Settings" > "Account" > "Delete My Account".
By following these steps, you will successfully remove the WhatsApp Messenger app from your device.