How do I remove someone from my WhatsApp contacts?

How do I remove someone from my WhatsApp contacts - briefly?

To remove someone from your WhatsApp contacts, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you want to delete.
2. Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen, then select "Delete Contact" or "Remove Contact".

How do I remove someone from my WhatsApp contacts - in detail?

To remove someone from your WhatsApp contacts, you need to follow a series of steps on both your phone and the WhatsApp application itself. Here's a detailed guide on how to do this:

1. Remove Contact from Phone:

   • Open your phone's contact list.
   • Find the contact you want to remove.
   • Tap on the contact to open their details.
   • Click on the 'Edit' or 'More' button (this can vary depending on your phone model).
   • Scroll down and select 'Delete Contact'. Confirm the action when prompted.

2. Remove Contact from WhatsApp:

   • Open the WhatsApp application on your phone.
   • Go to the chat with the contact you want to remove.
   • Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen to open their profile.
   • Click on the 'More options' button (three dots) located in the upper right corner.
   • Select 'Remove Contact'. Confirm the action when prompted.

3. Blocking the Contact:

   • If you want to ensure that the contact cannot message or call you, you can block them.
   • In the same profile screen where you removed the contact, select 'Block' instead of 'Remove Contact'.
   • Confirm the action when prompted.

4. Clear Message History (Optional):

   • After removing and optionally blocking the contact, you might want to clear the message history for privacy reasons.
   • In the same profile screen, select 'More options' (three dots).
   • Choose 'Clear Chat'. Confirm the action when prompted.

By following these steps, you can effectively remove someone from your WhatsApp contacts and ensure that they cannot contact you in the future.