How to delete a chat in WhatsApp for yourself and for the interlocutor - briefly?
To delete a chat in WhatsApp for yourself, open the chat, tap on the three dots at the top right corner, select "Delete Chat," and confirm your action. For the interlocutor, you cannot directly delete the chat from their device; they must do it themselves following the same steps.
How to delete a chat in WhatsApp for yourself and for the interlocutor - in detail?
Deleting a chat on WhatsApp can be done either for your own device or for all participants in the conversation, including yourself. Here is a detailed guide on how to achieve both outcomes:
Deleting a Chat for Yourself
If you want to delete a chat from your device but keep it visible for the other participant(s), follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Go to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen to access your list of conversations.
- Select the Chat: Long press on the chat you wish to delete until a menu appears.
- Delete for Me: From the menu, select "Delete for Me." This action will remove the chat from your device but keep it intact for the other participant(s).
Deleting a Chat for All Participants
If you wish to delete a chat for everyone in the conversation, including yourself, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Go to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen to access your list of conversations.
- Select the Chat: Long press on the chat you wish to delete until a menu appears.
- Delete for Everyone: From the menu, select "Delete for Everyone." This action will remove the chat from everyone's devices involved in the conversation. Note that this option is only available within seven minutes of sending the message. After this timeframe, only the option to "Delete for Me" will be available.
Important Considerations
- Time Limit: The "Delete for Everyone" feature can only be used within seven minutes after the message was sent.
- Backup: Deleting a chat does not affect the WhatsApp backup of your messages. If you want to ensure that deleted messages do not appear in future backups, go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup and disable "Include Videos" if needed.
- Group Chats: In group chats, any participant can delete a message for everyone within the seven-minute window. However, only administrators can remove participants or delete the entire chat.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp conversations and maintain your privacy as needed.