How to completely delete WhatsApp from your phone so that no one can see or write?

How to completely delete WhatsApp from your phone so that no one can see or write - briefly?

To completely delete WhatsApp from your phone and ensure that no one can see or write messages, you need to uninstall the app and then delete your account through the app's settings menu. This will remove all data associated with your account and make it inaccessible to others.

How to completely delete WhatsApp from your phone so that no one can see or write - in detail?

To completely delete WhatsApp from your phone so that no one can see or write, follow these detailed steps:

Backup Your Data (Optional)

Before proceeding with the deletion process, it is highly recommended to back up your WhatsApp data. This will ensure you do not lose any important messages, media, or other information.

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the app on your phone.
2. Access Settings: Navigate to the "Settings" menu (usually represented by three dots in the top-right corner).
3. Select Chat Backup: Go to "Chats" and then tap on "Chat Backup."
4. Backup Now: Follow the prompts to back up your data to Google Drive or iCloud, depending on your device.

Unlink Your Phone Number

To ensure that no one can access your WhatsApp account using your phone number, it is essential to unlink your number from WhatsApp's servers:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the app on your phone.
2. Access Settings: Navigate to the "Settings" menu.
3. Account: Tap on "Account."
4. Delete My Account: Select "Delete My Account."
5. Enter Phone Number: Enter your phone number in the international format (e.g., +1 234-567-8901).
6. Reason for Deletion: Choose a reason from the dropdown menu.
7. Confirm Deletion: Tap "DELETE MY ACCOUNT."

Delete WhatsApp Data

After unlinking your phone number, you need to delete all WhatsApp data from your device:

1. Open Settings: Go to your phone's main settings menu.
2. Apps or Application Manager: Find and tap on "Apps" (or "Application Manager").
3. WhatsApp: Scroll down and find WhatsApp in the list of installed apps.
4. Storage: Tap on "Storage."
5. Clear Data: Select "Clear Data." This will remove all WhatsApp data from your phone, including messages, media, and other files.

Uninstall WhatsApp

Finally, uninstall the WhatsApp application from your device:

1. Open Settings: Go to your phone's main settings menu.
2. Apps or Application Manager: Find and tap on "Apps" (or "Application Manager").
3. WhatsApp: Scroll down and find WhatsApp in the list of installed apps.
4. Uninstall: Tap on "Uninstall." Confirm the action when prompted.

Additional Steps for iPhone Users

If you are using an iPhone, there are additional steps to ensure complete removal:

1. Open Settings: Go to your phone's main settings menu.
2. General: Tap on "General."
3. iPhone Storage: Select "iPhone Storage."
4. WhatsApp: Find and tap on WhatsApp in the list of apps.
5. Delete App: Tap on "Delete App." Confirm the action when prompted.
6. Offload App: Alternatively, you can choose to "Offload App" which removes the app but keeps your data. After offloading, follow the steps above to delete WhatsApp data and then reinstall the app if needed.

By following these detailed steps, you will have successfully deleted WhatsApp from your phone, ensuring that no one can see or write messages through your account.