How to completely delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users?

How to completely delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users - briefly?

To completely delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users, you can use the "Delete for me" and "Delete for everyone" features. However, it's important to note that the "Delete for everyone" option must be used within 7 minutes of sending the message for it to work effectively.

How to completely delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users - in detail?

To completely delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users, you need to follow these detailed steps:

  1. Deleting the Chat on One Device:

    • Open WhatsApp on your device.
    • Navigate to the chat you want to delete.
    • Tap and hold on the chat until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
    • Select the trash can icon (Delete Chat) from the menu options.
    • Confirm the deletion by tapping "Delete" when prompted.

  2. Deleting the Chat on the Other Device:

    • The process is similar to the first device. Open WhatsApp on the second device.
    • Navigate to the chat you want to delete.
    • Tap and hold on the chat until a menu appears at the top of the screen.
    • Select the trash can icon (Delete Chat) from the menu options.
    • Confirm the deletion by tapping "Delete" when prompted.

  3. Ensuring Complete Deletion:

    • Note that deleting a chat only removes it from your device's local storage. The messages and media will still be stored on WhatsApp’s servers.
    • To completely delete the chat for both users, including all traces from WhatsApp’s servers, you need to delete the conversation from both devices and then use the "Delete for Everyone" feature if available.
    • For individual messages, select the message, tap on "Delete," and choose "Delete for Everyone." This will remove the message from both users' chat history.
    • Be aware that the "Delete for Everyone" option is only available for a short period after sending the message (usually within 7 minutes). After this time, you can only delete messages from your own device using the steps outlined above.

  4. Clearing WhatsApp Cache:

    • Additionally, to ensure no residual data remains on your devices, clear the cache for WhatsApp.
    • For Android: Go to Settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Storage & cache > Clear Cache.
    • For iOS: This feature is not directly available, but you can uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp to achieve a similar effect.

By following these steps, you can effectively delete a chat in WhatsApp for both users, ensuring that all traces of the conversation are removed from your devices and WhatsApp’s servers.