How to close a group in WhatsApp for messages?

How to close a group in WhatsApp for messages - briefly?

To close a group in WhatsApp, you need to follow these steps:

1. Open the group chat.
2. Tap on the group name at the top of the screen, then select "Group Info". Scroll down and tap on "Exit Group".

How to close a group in WhatsApp for messages - in detail?

To effectively manage communication on WhatsApp, there may be instances where you need to close or exit a group chat. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to do so.

Firstly, it is important to note that while you can leave a group, the group itself will continue to exist for other members. If you are an administrator and wish to disband the entire group, additional steps are required.

Leaving a Group as a Regular Member:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
2. Select the Group: Navigate to the group you want to leave by tapping on it from the chat list.
3. Group Info: Once inside the group, tap on the group name or the three-dot menu (top right corner) to access the "Group info" screen.
4. Exit Group: Scroll down and tap on the "Exit group" option. Confirm your decision when prompted.

Leaving a Group as an Administrator:

If you are an administrator and wish to leave the group, you must first remove yourself from the admin role before exiting. Here’s how:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your device.
2. Select the Group: Open the group chat by tapping on it from the chat list.
3. Group Info: Tap on the group name or the three-dot menu to access "Group info".
4. Remove Admin Role: Scroll down to see the list of administrators, tap on your own name, and then select "Dismiss as admin".
5. Exit Group: After removing yourself from the admin role, scroll down and tap on "Exit group", then confirm your choice.

Disbanding a Group (Only for Administrators):

If you are an administrator and wish to disband the entire group, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your device.
2. Select the Group: Open the group chat by tapping on it from the chat list.
3. Group Info: Tap on the group name or the three-dot menu to access "Group info".
4. Remove All Participants: Tap on each participant’s name and select "Dismiss as admin" for administrators, then tap on their name again and select "Remove from group" to remove them from the chat. Repeat this process until all participants are removed.
5. Exit Group: Once you are the only member left in the group, tap on "Exit group" and confirm your choice. The group will be disbanded, and all members will no longer have access to it.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your participation in WhatsApp groups, whether as a regular member or an administrator.