How to delete a chat and contact from WhatsApp - briefly?
To delete a chat or contact from WhatsApp, follow these simple steps:
- Open the chat or contact you want to delete.
- Tap on the three dots in the top right corner, select "Delete chat" or "More," then choose "Delete contact."
How to delete a chat and contact from WhatsApp - in detail?
Deleting a chat or contact from WhatsApp can be done through several methods depending on the specific needs and device being used. Below is a detailed guide on how to perform these actions on both Android and iOS devices, as well as the WhatsApp Web version.
On Android Devices:
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Deleting a Chat:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to delete.
- Tap and hold the chat until a checkmark appears next to it.
- Select the trash can icon at the top of the screen.
- Confirm by tapping "Delete" in the pop-up window. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
- If you want to permanently delete the chat and remove it from the server as well, tap "Delete for everyone" instead of just "Delete."
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Deleting a Contact:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you want to delete.
- Tap on the three dots in the top right corner (menu button).
- Select "More" and then tap "Delete chat."
- Confirm by tapping "Delete" in the pop-up window. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
- To delete the contact permanently, go to your phone's contacts app and find the contact. Tap and hold the contact, then select "Delete." Confirm the deletion when prompted.
On iOS Devices:
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Deleting a Chat:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to delete.
- Swipe left on the chat.
- Tap "Delete" in the pop-up menu. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
- If you want to permanently delete the chat and remove it from the server as well, tap "Delete Chat" instead of just "Delete."
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Deleting a Contact:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you want to delete.
- Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap "Delete Chat" (this will remove the conversation, not the contact).
- Confirm by tapping "Delete Chat" in the pop-up window. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
- To delete the contact permanently, go to your phone's contacts app and find the contact. Swipe left on the contact, then tap "Delete." Confirm the deletion when prompted.
On WhatsApp Web:
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Deleting a Chat:
- Open WhatsApp Web in your browser.
- Click on the chat you want to delete.
- At the top of the chat window, click on the three dots (menu button).
- Select "More" and then choose "Delete chat."
- Confirm by clicking "Delete" in the pop-up window. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
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Deleting a Contact:
- Open WhatsApp Web in your browser.
- Click on the chat with the contact you want to delete.
- At the top of the chat window, click on the three dots (menu button).
- Select "More" and then choose "Delete chat."
- Confirm by clicking "Delete" in the pop-up window. This will remove the chat from your device but keep it on the server for 30 days, during which you can restore it if needed.
- Note that deleting a contact directly through WhatsApp Web is not possible; you must delete the contact from your phone's contacts app as described above.
By following these steps, users can effectively manage their chats and contacts on WhatsApp, ensuring a clutter-free messaging experience tailored to their preferences.